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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Ballycastle is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Ballycastle Pres Church via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Bridge Street and Ballymena Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Kildare to Ballycastle?

The distance between Kildare and Ballycastle is 207 miles. The road distance is 168.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Ballycastle without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Kildare to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Ballycastle bus from?

Kildare to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Kildare station.

Where does the Kildare to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Kildare to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 16 station.

Can I drive from Kildare to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Ballycastle is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Kildare to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 349+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

Kildare to Ballycastle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kildare 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 Kildare to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Buscentre to Ballycastle Pres Churchbus 131 / ...
6h 57m
Drive 167.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kildare to Ballycastlecar 167.9 mi
3h 33m
£41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Buscentre to Ballycastle Pres Churchbus 131 / ...
7h 31m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Ballymena Buscentrebus 218 / ...
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Buscentre to Ballycastle Pres Churchbus 131 / ...
7h 45m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kildare to Ballycastle.

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Distance: 205.8 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Kildare to Ballycastle Pres Church via Dublin Airport Zone 16, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, Bridge Street, and Ballymena Buscentre in around 7h 45m.

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