Ballycastle travel guide

Ballycastle Tourism | Ballycastle Guide

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 January
Estimated hotel price
£91
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballycastle in January
Estimated hotel price
£91
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 61 km 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 210 km from Ballycastle. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

Although Ballycastle doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast Intl Airport (BFS), which is located 61 km 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 210 km from Ballycastle. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Ballycastle

Airlines serving Ballycastle

Lufthansa
Good (4,643 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,474 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,556 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (781 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (181 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,447 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (962 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (543 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,455 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,789 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (512 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (154 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (97 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (14 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ballycastle

Average rates range from around £118 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £112 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ballycastle

Most booked hotels in Ballycastle

Carnately Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
£86+
1 Bayview
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£60+
The Salthouse Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£198+
The Fullerton Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£105+
Crockatinney Guest House
1 star
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£99+
Marine Hotel Ballycastle
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£174+

Hiring a car in Ballycastle

Hiring a car in Ballycastle costs £58 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.49 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 £17.83 and £23.77.

Hiring a car in Ballycastle costs £58 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.49 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 £17.83 and £23.77.