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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Dundalk to Ballycastle

Composite routes from Dundalk to Ballycastle

Cheapest
1 h 56 min
Car
153 km.
from $8
Other
4 h 16 min
Train, Bus
132 km.
from $62.05
4 h 58 min
132 km.
Select a ticket
4 h 25 min
132 km.
from $50.57

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Dundalk to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83
Bus from Dundalk to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Once a week

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Lanyon Place to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56
Train from Dundalk to Great
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.83–$26.75
Train from Great Victoria Street to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83
Bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75
Bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75

Cie

Website:
cie.ie/
Train from Dundalk to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

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 drive which costs $33.70 - $50 and takes 1h 53m.

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 1h 53m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

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 Dundalk and arriving at Ballycastle Pres Church via Bridge Street 2 and Ballymena Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Ballycastle?

The distance between Dundalk and Ballycastle is 191 km. The road distance is 172.1 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 train and bus which takes 4h 16m and costs $35.87 - $52.17 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m 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 Irish Rail, depart from Dundalk station.

Where does the Dundalk to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Dundalk to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Ballycastle is 172 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Dundalk to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

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