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

The cheapest way to get from Islay to Ballycastle is to ferry which costs £80 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Islay to Ballycastle is to ferry which takes 1h 15m and costs £80.

Is there a direct ferry between Islay and Ballycastle?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port Ellen and arriving at Ballycastle. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Islay to Ballycastle?

The distance between Islay and Ballycastle is 31 miles.

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

The best way to get from Islay to Ballycastle without a car is to ferry which takes 1h 15m and costs £80.

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

The ferry from Port Ellen to Ballycastle takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 341+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

Islay to Ballycastle - one way to travel via ferry

There is 1 way to get from Islay to Ballycastle by ferry

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1. Take the ferry from Port Ellen to Ballycastleferry
1h 15m
£80

Islay to Ballycastle by ferry

14Weekly Ferries

1h 15mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Islay to Ballycastle.

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Distance: 31.1 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

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

Kintyre Express operates a ferry from Port Ellen to Ballycastle twice daily. Tickets cost £80 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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