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
$90
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballycastle in December
Estimated hotel price
$90
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 15h 45m.

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 DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , 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 flight to Ballycastle from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 15h 45m.

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 DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Ballycastle

Airlines serving Ballycastle

Lufthansa
Good (7,205 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,356 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,890 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,683 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,919 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (313 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,318 reviews)
China Southern
Good (150 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,089 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,450 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,978 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (836 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (667 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (296 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,423 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (148 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (18 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ballycastle

Average rates range from around $179 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $140 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, 876 reviews)
$85+
1 Bayview
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 416 reviews)
$111+
The Fullerton Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 736 reviews)
$98+
Glen Haven Bed and Breakfast
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 291 reviews)
$99+
Marine Hotel Ballycastle
3 stars
Good (7.4, 259 reviews)
$188+

Renting a car in Ballycastle

Expect to pay $6.62 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 $79.49 and $105.99.

Expect to pay $6.62 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 $79.49 and $105.99.