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 16h 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 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 16h 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 Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Ballycastle

Airlines serving Ballycastle

Lufthansa
Good (4,653 reviews)
KLM
Good (854 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,480 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,596 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,554 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (781 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (182 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,449 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (965 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (544 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,455 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,785 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 $152 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, 856 reviews)
$108+
1 Bayview
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 397 reviews)
$75+
The Fullerton Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 740 reviews)
$131+
Glen Haven B&B
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 231 reviews)
$95+
Marine Hotel Ballycastle
3 stars
Good (7.4, 174 reviews)
$218+

Renting a car in Ballycastle

Expect to pay $7.04 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 $84.49 and $112.65.

Expect to pay $7.04 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 $84.49 and $112.65.