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When to visit
How to get there
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Hiring a car

Ballycastle travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ballycastle

With a population of 5,566, Ballycastle is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ballycastle to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Ballycastle

If you’re looking for affordable options, Central Wine Bar (12 Ann Street) and The Cellar Restaurant (11B The Diamond) are great picks.

When to visit Ballycastle

Ballycastle in December
Estimated hotel price
£55
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballycastle in December
Estimated hotel price
£55
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ballycastle

Plane

Although Ballycastle doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast Intl Airport (BFS), which is located 38 miles from Ballycastle. The shortest domestic flight to Ballycastle departs from Glasgow and takes around 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Ballycastle is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 130 miles from Ballycastle. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Budget, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

Although Ballycastle doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast Intl Airport (BFS), which is located 38 miles from Ballycastle. The shortest domestic flight to Ballycastle departs from Glasgow and takes around 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Ballycastle is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 130 miles from Ballycastle. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Budget, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Ballycastle

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
BFSBelfast Intl
BHDBelfast City

Airlines serving Ballycastle

KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,561 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,799 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
China Southern
Good (96 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (828 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,161 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (262 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (642 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (161 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ballycastle

Average rates range from around £185 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £146 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ballycastle

Most booked hotels in Ballycastle

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Carnately Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
£89+
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1 Bayview
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£59+
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The Fullerton Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£59+
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Crockatinney Guest House
1 star
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£107+
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The Salthouse Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£193+
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Marine Hotel Ballycastle
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£192+
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Hiring a car in Ballycastle

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Ballycastle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Ballycastle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77.

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