What is the cheapest way to get from Dublin to Castlerock?

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Castlerock is to bus and train which costs £25 - £40 and takes 4h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dublin to Castlerock?

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Castlerock is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Castlerock?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin station to Castlerock. However, there are services departing from Dublin Busaras Bus Station and arriving at Castlerock via Main Street and Limavady Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Dublin and Castlerock?

No, there is no direct train from Dublin to Castlerock. However, there are services departing from Dublin Connolly and arriving at Castlerock via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Dublin to Castlerock?

The distance between Dublin and Castlerock is 179 miles. The road distance is 144.5 miles.

How do I travel from Dublin to Castlerock without a car?

The best way to get from Dublin to Castlerock without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £29 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Dublin to Castlerock?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Dublin to Castlerock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Castlerock bus from?

Dublin to Castlerock bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Dublin Busaras Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Castlerock train from?

Dublin to Castlerock train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Connolly station.

Train or bus from Dublin to Castlerock?

The best way to get from Dublin to Castlerock is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £29 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Dublin to Castlerock bus arrive?

Dublin to Castlerock bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Main Street station.

Where does the Dublin to Castlerock train arrive?

Dublin to Castlerock train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Dublin to Castlerock?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Castlerock is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Dublin to Castlerock.

Where can I stay near Castlerock?

There are 701+ hotels available in Castlerock.

Dublin to Castlerock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dublin to Castlerock by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Castlerock1_Gc->Ly / ...
4h 17m
£29–42
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Europa Bus Centre705x
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Castlerock1_Gc->Ly / ...
4h 39m
£26–36
Drive 143.6 mi
1. Drive from Dublin to Castlerock143.6 mi
3h 2m
£35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Main StreetX4
6h 21m

Dublin to Castlerock by train

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4h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Castlerock, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Dublin Connolly to Castlerock via Belfast Great Central in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Main Street every 4 hours, and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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