Carrickfergus travel guide
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You're Going to Love Carrickfergus
With a population of 29,208, Carrickfergus is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
Where to Eat in Carrickfergus
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Fuzzy Beak (1 Slaughterford Rd) and Ownies Bar & Bistro (16-18 Joymount) are great picks.
When to visit Carrickfergus
How to Get to Carrickfergus
Plane
When flying to Carrickfergus, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 13 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Carrickfergus is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 214 km from Carrickfergus. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Edinburgh.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Carrickfergus, including National Express, Bus and Hannon Coach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Carrickfergus takes 241 km and will cost you around $44. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about $169 for a journey of 523 km.
Airlines serving Carrickfergus
Where to stay in popular areas of Carrickfergus
Most booked hotels in Carrickfergus
Hiring a car in Carrickfergus
Expect to pay $3.19 per litre in Carrickfergus (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $38.21 and $50.94. The most frequently booked car type in Carrickfergus is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.