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 June
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballycastle in June
Estimated hotel price
$93
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 flight to Ballycastle from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 13h.

Car

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

Bus

Megabus operates bus routes 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 flight to Ballycastle from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 13h.

Car

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

Bus

Megabus operates bus routes to Ballycastle.

Airports near Ballycastle

Airlines serving Ballycastle

Lufthansa
Good (4,673 reviews)
KLM
Good (842 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,643 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,575 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,595 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,424 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (188 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (743 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (960 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (33 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,428 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,392 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (551 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,761 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (490 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (164 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (102 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (14 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ballycastle

Average rates range from around $190 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $155 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, 880 reviews)
$115+
1 Bayview
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 407 reviews)
$109+
The Fullerton Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 763 reviews)
$153+
Glen Haven Bed and Breakfast
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 247 reviews)
$103+
Marine Hotel Ballycastle
3 stars
Good (7.3, 184 reviews)
$244+

Renting a car in Ballycastle

Expect to pay $7.19 per gallon in Ballycastle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $86.31 and $115.08.

Expect to pay $7.19 per gallon in Ballycastle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $86.31 and $115.08.