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Ballycastle, Great Britain → Islay, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballycastle to Islay

Composite routes from Ballycastle to Islay

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

Transport providers

Train operators

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Ballymena to Great
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$17.72
Bus from The Anzac to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85
Bus from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$40.50–$55.69

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ferry
Ave. Duration:
3h 16m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$32.91–$45.57

Caledonian MacBrayne

Phone:
+44 (0)1475 650 397
Email:
enquiries@calmac.co.uk
Website:
calmac.co.uk
Other from Kennacraig Ferry Terminal to Port
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.76–$12.02

Other operators

Kintyre Express

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

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

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

Is there a direct ferry between Ballycastle and Islay?

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

How far is it from Ballycastle to Islay?

The distance between Ballycastle and Islay is 50 km.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Islay?

There are 42+ hotels available in Islay. Prices start at $76.05 per night.
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