Causeway Coast: Ballycastle to Portrush
Follow the north Antrim coastal corridor west from Ballycastle through the Ballintoy and Bushmills areas towards Portrush. The drive links open coastal country with village and resort approaches.
Ballycastle to Portrush · County Antrim, Northern Ireland · 20 miles · 33 minutes estimated driving · Point-to-point
Photo: @ David Dixon / Geograph
Highlights along the way
North Antrim coast
The road west from Ballycastle links sea-facing farmland, village approaches and the wider Causeway Coast setting.
Before you set off
Causeway, rope-bridge and harbour visits require separate signed access, parking and any applicable booking. The route does not drive onto coastal paths. Check current closures and conditions before travel. Estimated time excludes stops and live traffic. Points are through-road references, not parking. Optional town visits may require a separate detour.