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Colonsay to County Antrim

Updated: March 14, 2024 04:17 PM
County Antrim

Colonsay to County Antrim

Language

English

Currency

Pound sterling

Distance

Approximately 125 miles (200 kilometers)

How to Reach

  • By plane: Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Belfast International Airport (BFS). The flight takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • By ferry: Take a ferry from Oban to Belfast. The journey takes about 6 hours.
  • By car: Drive from Colonsay to Oban, and then take a ferry to Belfast. The drive takes about 4 hours, and the ferry journey takes about 6 hours.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Colonsay to County Antrim will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. Here is a rough estimate of the costs:

  • By plane: Round-trip flights from Glasgow to Belfast start at around £100.
  • By ferry: Round-trip ferry tickets from Oban to Belfast start at around £60.
  • By car: The cost of driving from Colonsay to Oban will vary depending on the price of fuel and the distance you travel. The cost of the ferry from Oban to Belfast is around £60.

Best time to go

The best time to visit County Antrim is during the summer months (June to August), when the weather is mild and the days are long. However, the region can be visited year-round.

What to Eat

There are many delicious dishes to try in County Antrim. Here are a few of the most popular:

  • Ulster fry: A traditional Irish breakfast consisting of eggs, bacon, sausages, black pudding, and white pudding.
  • Soda bread: A type of bread made with baking soda and buttermilk.
  • Boxty: A type of potato pancake made with mashed potatoes and flour.
  • Colcannon: A dish made with mashed potatoes and kale.

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in County Antrim. Here are a few of the most popular attractions:

  • Giant's Causeway: A UNESCO World Heritage Site consisting of thousands of hexagonal basalt columns.
  • Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge: A suspension bridge that crosses a deep chasm.
  • Dunluce Castle: A ruined castle perched on a clifftop.
    • The Gobbins Cliff Path: A scenic clifftop walk with stunning views of the Antrim Coast.

FAQ

What is the best way to get from Colonsay to County Antrim?
The best way to get from Colonsay to County Antrim is by plane. The flight takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes and costs around £100.
How long does it take to get from Colonsay to County Antrim?
The journey from Colonsay to County Antrim takes about 3 hours by plane, 6 hours by ferry, and 10 hours by car.
What is the cost of traveling from Colonsay to County Antrim?
The cost of traveling from Colonsay to County Antrim will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. Here is a rough estimate of the costs:
  • By plane: Round-trip flights from Glasgow to Belfast start at around £100.
  • By ferry: Round-trip ferry tickets from Oban to Belfast start at around £60.
  • By car: The cost of driving from Colonsay to Oban will vary depending on the price of fuel and the distance you travel. The cost of the ferry from Oban to Belfast is around £60.
What is the best time to visit County Antrim?
The best time to visit County Antrim is during the summer months (June to August), when the weather is mild and the days are long. However, the region can be visited year-round.
What are some of the most popular attractions in County Antrim?
Some of the most popular attractions in County Antrim include Giant's Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Dunluce Castle, and The Gobbins Cliff Path.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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