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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Ballycastle is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthur's Quay 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 8h 37m.

How far is it from Limerick to Ballycastle?

The distance between Limerick and Ballycastle is 306 miles. The road distance is 229.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Ballycastle without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 2m to get from Limerick to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Ballycastle bus from?

Limerick to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Limerick Arthur's Quay station.

Where does the Limerick to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Limerick to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Can I drive from Limerick to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Ballycastle is 230 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Limerick to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 351+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

Limerick to Ballycastle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Limerick 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 Limerick to Dublin HeustonIc
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymena0
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church131 / ...
8h 2m
Drive 228.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Limerick to Ballycastle228.2 mi
5h 3m
£56–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2712
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centre
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena Bus Station218 / ...
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church131 / ...
8h 37m
Train, bus via Celbridge
1. Take the train from Limerick to HazelhatchIc
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymena0
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church131 / ...
8h 56m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Red Cow Luas300
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 11X1
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymena0
4. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church131 / ...
9h 10m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Limerick to Ballycastle.

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Distance: 304 mi
Duration: 8h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Ballycastle Pres Church via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, Bridge Street 2, and Ballymena Bus Station in around 8h 37m.

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