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

The cheapest way to get from Newry to Ballycastle is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newry to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Newry and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Newry station to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Newry Bus Station and arriving at Ballycastle Pres Church via Bridge Street 2 and Ballymena Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Newry to Ballycastle?

The distance between Newry and Ballycastle is 105 miles. The road distance is 81 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newry to Ballycastle without a car is to bus and train via Belfast which takes 4h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Newry to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newry to Ballycastle bus from?

Newry to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Newry Bus Station.

Where does the Newry to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Newry to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Bus Stand 11 station.

Can I drive from Newry to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Newry to Ballycastle is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Newry to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 357+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Newry to Ballycastle by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train via Belfast
best
1. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 11238
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Ballymena
3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church131 / ...
4h 45m
Drive 80.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newry to Ballycastle80.5 mi
1h 41m
£20–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newry to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymena0
3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church131 / ...
4h 58m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 11238
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymena0
3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church131 / ...
4h 45m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 11238
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena Bus Station218 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church131 / ...
5h 6m

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Distance: 104.5 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Newry Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church via Grand Central Bus Stand 11, Bridge Street 2, and Ballymena Bus Station in around 5h 6m.

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