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Antrim and Newtownabbey

Visiting Antrim and Newtownabbey

Antrim and Newtownabbey is on your list of places to visit - fantastic. Let's talk about restaurants, getting there and some tips about what to do when you arrive.

What Should I Do In Antrim and Newtownabbey?

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How Do I Get To Antrim and Newtownabbey?

To drive to Antrim and Newtownabbey, you can:

  • From Belfast, take the M2 motorway and exit at Junction 4 onto the A8 towards Larne. Follow signs for Antrim and Newtownabbey.
  • From Derry/Londonderry, take the A6 towards Belfast and then follow signs for Antrim and Newtownabbey.
  • From Dublin, take the M1 towards Belfast and then take the M2 towards Antrim and Newtownabbey.

To travel by rail, you can take the Northern Ireland Railways from Belfast or Derry/Londonderry to any of the stations in Antrim and Newtownabbey, such as Mossley West, Antrim, or Whiteabbey.

If you are in nearby landmarks, cities, or towns, you can:

  • If you are in Belfast, you can take a bus or train from the city center directly to Antrim and Newtownabbey.
  • If you are in Larne, you can take the A8 towards Belfast and then follow signs for Antrim and Newtownabbey.
  • If you are in Ballymena, you can take the A26 towards Antrim and then follow signs for Antrim and Newtownabbey.

What's The Nearest Airport To Antrim and Newtownabbey?

The closest airport to Antrim and Newtownabbey is Belfast International Airport, which is approximately 6 miles away. To get to Antrim and Newtownabbey from the airport, you can take the A57 or A26 roads, which will take around 15-20 minutes by car depending on the traffic.

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