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 December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 128
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballycastle in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 128
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ballycastle

Plane

Although Ballycastle doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Londonderry Eglinton (LDY), which is located 60 km from Ballycastle. The shortest flight to Ballycastle from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 42h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Ballycastle is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 210 km from Ballycastle. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

Although Ballycastle doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Londonderry Eglinton (LDY), which is located 60 km from Ballycastle. The shortest flight to Ballycastle from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 42h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Ballycastle is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 210 km from Ballycastle. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Ballycastle

Airlines serving Ballycastle

Lufthansa
Good (4,669 reviews)
KLM
Good (856 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,511 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,612 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,572 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,472 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (780 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (184 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,445 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (967 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (548 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,449 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,785 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (505 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 C$ 230 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 191 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ballycastle

Most booked hotels in Ballycastle

The Fullerton Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 179+
Marine Hotel Ballycastle
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 327+

Renting a car in Ballycastle

Expect to pay C$ 2.55 per litre in Ballycastle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 30.53 and C$ 40.70.

Expect to pay C$ 2.55 per litre in Ballycastle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 30.53 and C$ 40.70.