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

The cheapest way to get from Newtownards to Ballycastle is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newtownards to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Newtownards and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Newtownards to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Gibson's Lane and arriving at Ballycastle Pres Church via Laganside Bus Station and Ballymena Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Newtownards to Ballycastle?

The distance between Newtownards and Ballycastle is 71 miles. The road distance is 62.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newtownards to Ballycastle without a car is to line 5 bus and train and bus which takes 3h 28m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Newtownards to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newtownards to Ballycastle bus from?

Newtownards to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Gibson's Lane station.

Where does the Newtownards to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Newtownards to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Laganside Bus Station.

Can I drive from Newtownards to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Newtownards to Ballycastle is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Newtownards to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 356+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

Newtownards to Ballycastle - 3 ways to travel via train, line 5 bus, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Newtownards 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.

Line 5 bus, train, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Lanyon Place Station [glider]5 / ...
2. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Ballymena0
3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church131 / ...
3h 28m
Drive 62.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newtownards to Ballycastle62.6 mi
1h 15m
£16–23
Line 5 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Laganside Bus Station5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Laganside Bus Station to Ballymena Bus Station218 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle Pres Church131 / ...
4h 11m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 70.1 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Gibson's Lane to Ballycastle Pres Church via Laganside Bus Station and Ballymena Bus Station in around 4h 11m.

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