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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Islay to Ballycastle

Cheapest
11 h 57 min
Car
472 km.
from $25

Transport providers

Train operators

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Great Victoria Street to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.02–$17.72
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Belfast,
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.71–$51.90
Bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83

Caledonian MacBrayne

Phone:
+44 (0)1475 650 397
Email:
Website:
calmac.co.uk
Other from Port Ellen Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.76–$12.02

Other operators

Kintyre Express

Phone:
+44 1586 555895
Email:
Website:
kintyreexpress.com/
Other from Port Ellen to Ballycastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$118.10

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Islay to Ballycastle is to ferry which costs $101.41 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Islay to Ballycastle is to ferry which takes 1h 15m and costs $101.41 .

Is there a direct ferry between Islay and Ballycastle?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port Ellen and arriving at Ballycastle. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Islay to Ballycastle?

The distance between Islay and Ballycastle is 50 km.

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

The best way to get from Islay to Ballycastle without a car is to ferry which takes 1h 15m and costs $101.41 .

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

The ferry from Port Ellen to Ballycastle takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 316+ hotels available in Ballycastle. Prices start at $31.20 per night.
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