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
$94
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballycastle in December
Estimated hotel price
$94
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 flight to Ballycastle from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 15h 35m.

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 Europcar, 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 flight to Ballycastle from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 15h 35m.

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 Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Ballycastle

Airlines serving Ballycastle

Lufthansa
Good (4,696 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,585 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,598 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (186 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (762 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (974 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,437 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,398 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (553 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,786 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (498 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (160 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (99 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (14 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ballycastle

Average rates range from around $186 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, 873 reviews)
$115+
1 Bayview
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 409 reviews)
$108+
The Fullerton Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 767 reviews)
$152+
Glen Haven Bed and Breakfast
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 242 reviews)
$102+
Marine Hotel Ballycastle
3 stars
Good (7.3, 184 reviews)
$244+

Renting a car in Ballycastle

Expect to pay $7.15 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 $85.85 and $114.47.

Expect to pay $7.15 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 $85.85 and $114.47.