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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Galway to Ballycastle

Composite routes from Galway to Ballycastle

Cheapest
4 h 33 min
Car
362 km.
from $19
Other
8 h 25 min
Bus, Train
280 km.
from $75.11
9 h 18 min
Train, Bus
280 km.
from $127.48
8 h 37 min
280 km.
from $91.46
8 h 55 min
280 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Galway to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$18.48–$27.17

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Derry-Londonderry to Coleraine
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.78–$15.22
Train from Dublin Connolly to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.17–$39.13
Train from Great Victoria Street to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.33–$15.22
Bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Marine
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.30–$22.83
Bus from Ballymena Bus Station to Ballycastle
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.30–$22.83
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.09–$35.87
Bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.30–$22.83
Bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Coleraine
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.30–$23.91

Bus operators

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.49

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Galway, Bus Station to Derry
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$22.83–$32.61
Bus from Ballybofey to Derry
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$11.96–$17.39

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Galway, Bus Station to Derry
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$23.91–$32.61
Bus from Ballybofey to Derry
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$9.24–$13.04

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Galway Coach Station to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$15.22–$26.09

Eireagle

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
eireagle.com/
Bus from Galway Coach Station to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.46

Bus Feda Teoranta

Phone:
+353 74 954 8114
Email:
info@feda.ie
Website:
busfeda.ie/
Bus from Galway Cathedral to Ballybofey
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Ballycastle is to bus and train which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 8h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway station to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Station and arriving at Ballycastle Pres Church via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1, Bridge Street 2 and Ballymena Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Galway to Ballycastle?

The distance between Galway and Ballycastle is 388 km. The road distance is 361.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Ballycastle without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 25m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 25m to get from Galway to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Ballycastle bus from?

Galway to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Station.

Where does the Galway to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Galway to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 11 station.

Can I drive from Galway to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Ballycastle is 362 km. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Galway 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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