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

Composite routes from Dundalk to Ballycastle

Cheapest
3 h 17 min
Car
251 km.
from $13
Other
6 h 57 min
194 km.
from $61.11
8 h 11 min
194 km.
from $86.22
8 h 8 min
194 km.
from $50.07
8 h 11 min
194 km.
from $52.78

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Dublin Heuston to Manulla
Ave. Duration:
2h 51m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.20–$35.67

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Dundalk to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Mullingar Castle St to Ballina,
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$29.30
Bus from Cavan Bus Station to Enniskillen
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Grammar School to Mullingar
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38
Bus from Mullingar Castle St to Ballina,
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$26.75
Bus from Clarke Station to Cavan
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$17.83
Bus from Cavan Bus Station to Enniskillen
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29
Bus from Enniskillen to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Ballycastle is to bus which costs $34.78 - $53.26 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $47.83 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Grammar School and arriving at Ballycastle via Mullingar Castle St and Ballina Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Ballycastle?

The distance between Dundalk and Ballycastle is 285 km. The road distance is 250.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Ballycastle without a car is to bus which takes 6h 57m and costs $34.78 - $53.26 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Dundalk to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Ballycastle bus from?

Dundalk to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Grammar School station.

Train or bus from Dundalk to Ballycastle?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Ballycastle is to bus which takes 6h 57m and costs $34.78 - $53.26 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $76.09 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Dundalk to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Dundalk to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Mullingar Castle Street station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Ballycastle is 251 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Dundalk to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 59+ hotels available in Ballycastle. Prices start at $58.48 per night.
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