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

The cheapest way to get from Newry to Carrickfergus is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Newry to Carrickfergus is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Newry and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct bus from Newry station to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Newry Bus Station and arriving at Joymount via High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Newry to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Newry and Carrickfergus is 55 miles. The road distance is 47.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newry to Carrickfergus without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Newry to Carrickfergus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newry to Carrickfergus bus from?

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

Train or bus from Newry to Carrickfergus?

The best way to get from Newry to Carrickfergus is to train and line 0 train which takes 2h 29m and costs £15 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Newry to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newry to Carrickfergus?

Yes, the driving distance between Newry to Carrickfergus is 48 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Newry to Carrickfergus.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1187+ hotels available in Carrickfergus.

Newry to Carrickfergus - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 0 train, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Newry to Carrickfergus by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 11238 / ...
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Carrickfergus1 Gc->Lr / ...
2h 16m
Drive 47.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newry to Carrickfergus47.4 mi
53 min
£12–17
Train, line 0 train
1. Take the train from Newry to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Carrickfergus0
2h 29m
£16–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newry to Carrickfergus47.4 mi
53 min
£100–120
Bus, line 0 train
1. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 11238 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Carrickfergus0
2h 16m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 11238 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Street to Joymount563e / ...
2h 42m

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Distance: 54.5 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Newry Bus Station to Carrickfergus via Newry Train Station [bus stop], Newry, and Belfast Grand Central in around 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newry Bus Station to Joymount via Grand Central Bus Stand 11 and High Street in around 2h 42m.

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