With a population of 29,208, Carrickfergus 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 Carrickfergus to see all of its attractions.
When flying to Carrickfergus, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 8 miles from the city center.
Another option to get to Carrickfergus is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 133 miles from Carrickfergus. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Carrickfergus, including National Express, Bus and Hannon Coach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Carrickfergus takes 120 miles and will cost you around $14. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about $110 for a journey of 325 miles.
Expect to pay $7.19 per gallon in Carrickfergus (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.