What is the cheapest way to get from Ireland to Ballycastle?

The cheapest way to get from Ireland to Ballycastle is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ireland to Ballycastle?

The fastest way to get from Ireland to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ireland and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Ireland to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Grand Parade and arriving at Ballycastle Pres Church via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street 2 and Ballymena Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Ireland to Ballycastle?

The distance between Ireland and Ballycastle is 176 miles. The road distance is 148.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ireland to Ballycastle without a car?

The best way to get from Ireland to Ballycastle without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 59m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ireland to Ballycastle?

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Ireland to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ireland to Ballycastle bus from?

Ireland to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Where does the Ireland to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Ireland to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Europa Bus Centre station.

Can I drive from Ireland to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Ireland to Ballycastle is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Ireland to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 343+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

Ireland to Ballycastle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 19 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Ireland to Ballycastle 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain
3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Churchbus 131 / ...
5h 59m
Drive 147.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dublin to Ballycastlecar 147.8 mi
2h 47m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Churchbus 131 / ...
6h 51m
Line 19 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merrion Square South to Dublin Airport Zone 11bus 19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Bus Stand 11bus X1 / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Churchbus 131 / ...
6h 55m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ireland to Ballycastle.

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Distance: 174.5 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Ireland and Ballycastle, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Grand Parade to Ballycastle Pres Church via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, Bridge Street 2, and Ballymena Bus Station in around 6h 51m.

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