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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Downpatrick is to bus and line 215 bus which costs £12 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Downpatrick is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Downpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Downpatrick. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Church Street via Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre and Adelaide St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Downpatrick?

The distance between Ballycastle and Downpatrick is 85 miles. The road distance is 75.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Downpatrick without a car is to bus and train and line 215 bus which takes 3h 54m and costs £15 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Ballycastle to Downpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Downpatrick bus from?

Ballycastle to Downpatrick bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Market Street station.

Where does the Ballycastle to Downpatrick bus arrive?

Ballycastle to Downpatrick bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre station.

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Downpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Downpatrick is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Ballycastle to Downpatrick.

Where can I stay near Downpatrick?

There are 344+ hotels available in Downpatrick.

Ballycastle to Downpatrick - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 215 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballycastle to Downpatrick by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train, line 215 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Stand 22 to Church Streetbus 215 / ...
3h 54m
£15–19
Bus, line 215 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to High Streetbus 218 / ...
3. Take the bus from Adelaide St. to Church Streetbus 215 / ...
4h 1m
£11
Drive 74.7 mi
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Downpatrickcar 74.7 mi
1h 30m
£19–27

Ballycastle to Downpatrick by bus and train

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Distance: 84.1 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Market Street to Church Street via Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre, High Street, and Adelaide St. in around 4h 1m.

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