What is the cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Donaghadee?

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Donaghadee is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Donaghadee?

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Donaghadee is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Donaghadee?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Donaghadee. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at The Parade via Laganside Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Donaghadee?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Donaghadee is 30 miles. The road distance is 27.4 miles.

How do I travel from Carrickfergus to Donaghadee without a car?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Donaghadee without a car is to train and line 3 bus which takes 2h 22m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Carrickfergus to Donaghadee?

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Carrickfergus to Donaghadee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Donaghadee bus from?

Carrickfergus to Donaghadee bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Joymount station.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Donaghadee bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Donaghadee bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Laganside Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Donaghadee?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Donaghadee is 27 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Carrickfergus to Donaghadee.

Where can I stay near Donaghadee?

There are 227+ hotels available in Donaghadee.

Carrickfergus to Donaghadee - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 3 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Carrickfergus to Donaghadee by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 3 bus
best
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Lanyon Place0
2. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Bangor0
3. Take the bus from Bangor Buscentre to The Parade3 / ...
2h 22m
Drive 27.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Donaghadee27.2 mi
42 min
£7–10
Train, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Lanyon Place1 Lr->Gc / ...
2. Take the bus from Lanyon Place [bus stop] to The Parade507 / ...
2h 23m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrickfergus to Donaghadee27.2 mi
42 min
£55–70
Bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Joymount to Laganside Buscentre563e / ...
2. Take the bus from Laganside Buscentre to The Parade507 / ...
2h 50m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 30.2 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland and Donaghadee, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Joymount to The Parade via Laganside Buscentre in around 2h 50m.

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