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Amy
2026-06-28
“Great customer service and communications before the trip. Very clear and flexible as well.”
Coach Hire and Minibus Hire Carrickfergus
Carrickfergus, BT38, sits 11 miles from Belfast, a 22 minute run that supports easy same day coach travel.
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Coach hire and minibus hire in Carrickfergus
Carrickfergus sits in the BT38 postcode area, home to around 28,141 people. It falls within Mid and East Antrim, which matters mainly for pickup routing rather than anything else, since operators need to know which local roads and access points serve a group booking. For anyone arranging coach hire or minibus hire in Carrickfergus, the town's position close to Belfast makes it a practical base for both short local transfers and longer group trips further afield.
Getting to Belfast
The most common route from Carrickfergus runs to Belfast, just 11 miles away by road. That's a coach time of 22 minutes, with no legally required breaks needed on a journey this short under GB drivers hours rules. A same day return is straightforward on this route, which suits day trips, school runs, sports fixtures, or evening events where a group needs to travel in and back out again without an overnight stay.
Why the short hop matters
Because the Belfast run takes under half an hour, minibus hire from Carrickfergus works well for groups who want maximum time at their destination rather than time spent travelling. There's no need to factor in a driver break on the way there or back, which keeps the whole trip simpler to plan and easier to schedule around fixed start times such as a match kickoff or a theatre curtain.
Booking through a broker
BusRoute connects customers in Carrickfergus with licensed operators who hold the vehicles and the local knowledge needed for BT38 pickups. Rather than owning any vehicles directly, we match your group size and route against operators active in the area, so you get a driver and coach or minibus suited to the job rather than whatever happens to be free. That's useful whether you need a large coach for a full group or a smaller minibus for a tighter party.
Planning ahead
Group organisers in Carrickfergus should think about pickup points early, particularly if the group is boarding from a specific postcode within BT38 rather than a single central spot. Operators serving Mid and East Antrim will usually want details on group size, luggage, and timing well before the travel date, so the right vehicle and driver combination can be confirmed without last minute substitutions.
Journey times from Carrickfergus
Break requirements follow GB drivers hours rules and are shown for one way travel from Carrickfergus.
What to Expect
Carrickfergus sits in the BT38 postcode area within Mid and East Antrim, home to around 28,141 people. Its position close to Belfast, just 11 miles and a 22 minute coach journey away, makes it a convenient base for group travel. No driver breaks are required on that route, so a same day return is lawful and easy to arrange. Whether it's a school trip, sports fixture, or private event, coach hire and minibus hire from Carrickfergus benefit from this short, uncomplicated connection to Belfast, with operators able to plan pickups precisely around the BT38 area.
Availability varies by date and pickup point.
4.4/5 based on 439 reviews
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Get Your Quote| Vehicle type | Seats | Starting | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minibus | 8 to 16 | from £180 to £350 per day | Small groups, airport runs and tight access |
| Mid-Size Coach | 24 to 35 | from £300 to £600 per day | Weddings, day trips and mid sized parties |
| Standard Coach | 36 to 49 | from £450 to £800 per day | School trips, match days and longer distances |
| Large Coach | 50 to 70 | from £600 to £1,200 per day | Festivals, stadium events and corporate away days |
Minibus
Seats: 8 to 16
Starting per hour: from £180 to £350 per day
Ideal for: Small groups, airport runs and tight access
Mid-Size Coach
Seats: 24 to 35
Starting per hour: from £300 to £600 per day
Ideal for: Weddings, day trips and mid sized parties
Standard Coach
Seats: 36 to 49
Starting per hour: from £450 to £800 per day
Ideal for: School trips, match days and longer distances
Large Coach
Seats: 50 to 70
Starting per hour: from £600 to £1,200 per day
Ideal for: Festivals, stadium events and corporate away days
Disclaimer: Prices shown are guide prices only and are based on existing bookings. Final costs may vary depending on travel distance, locations, fuel prices, pickup and dropoff points, vehicle availability, travel dates, waiting time, journey duration, luggage requirements and any additional services requested.
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| USB Charging | Not included | ||
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| Premium Interior | Not included | ||
| Leather Seating | Not included | Not included | |
| Onboard Entertainment | Not included | ||
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Extra Legroom
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Coach and minibus hire based in Carrickfergus, BT38
Carrickfergus, home to about 28,141 people in the BT38 postcode area, sits just 11 miles from Belfast, a 22 minute coach journey that allows a straightforward same day return for groups.
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4.4/5 based on 439 reviews
Reasons Groups Book This Journey
Airport Transfers
Corporate Travel
Weddings
Shared Coach Parking
Things to Check First
The parts worth reading twice.
It's 11 miles by road, taking around 22 minutes by coach. No breaks are required on this journey under GB drivers hours rules, making it easy to fit into a single day trip without extra scheduling.
Yes, a same day return is lawful on this route. With a 22 minute journey each way and no mandatory driver breaks, groups can travel to Belfast and back within a single day comfortably.
Carrickfergus falls within the BT38 postcode area. This is useful for operators confirming pickup points and for narrowing down exact collection locations when booking coach or minibus hire.
Carrickfergus sits within Mid and East Antrim. This mainly affects local routing and pickup arrangements rather than anything a passenger needs to worry about when booking a trip.
None. The Belfast to Carrickfergus route is 0h 22m one way, short enough that GB drivers hours rules don't require a mandatory break for the driver on this leg.
Its size, around 28,141 people, and closeness to Belfast make it practical for both local pickups and short trips. The short run to Belfast supports easy same day travel for groups of most sizes.
Common questions about Carrickfergus coach travel
Answers covering pickup, journey times, and how booking works for coach and minibus hire around Carrickfergus and BT38.
Coach hire for Carrickfergus groups
Carrickfergus, in the BT38 postcode area, is home to around 28,141 people and sits close enough to Belfast for straightforward group travel. Coach hire here works well for events, school trips, and transfers needing a reliable local pickup.
Minibus hire for smaller groups
Not every trip from Carrickfergus needs a full size coach. Minibus hire suits smaller parties travelling the short 11 mile route to Belfast, keeping the journey quick and the vehicle sized right for the group.
Same day return to Belfast
The 22 minute coach time from Carrickfergus to Belfast means no mandatory driver breaks are needed one way. That makes a same day return lawful and practical for day trips, matches, or events.
Booking through a trusted broker
BusRoute connects Carrickfergus customers with licensed operators covering Mid and East Antrim. We don't own vehicles ourselves, so you're matched with an operator suited to your group size and route.
Booking Takes Four Steps
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1. Tell Us The Journey
Pickup, destination, date and how many of you there are.
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2. We Match An Operator
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4. Travel Together
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About BusRoute
BusRoute is a UK coach and minibus booking platform. We do not own vehicles. We connect groups with licensed operators who do, which means you are matched to the operator best placed to run your journey rather than to whoever happens to own the nearest coach.
Every operator we work with holds a valid PSV operator licence and full passenger insurance. Drivers on school and youth bookings are DBS checked as standard.
Journeys That Speak for Themselves!
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David Oliver Berglund-Seland
2026-06-22
“Good and accommodating bus-rental Great at following up with news and update for the journey, and good at accommodating the bus-rentals for our needs. :-)”
ED
Estephanie Domingo
2026-07-24
“We booked Bus Route for our group of 35 passengers travelling from London to Ipswich return trio and the experience was excellent from start to finish.On our way to the venue, the road was unexpectedly closed when we were only about 15 minutes away. Our driver remained calm, patient, and professional throughout, finding an alternative route without any stress or delay on our part. We really appreciated how composed and experienced he was in handling the situation.The coach was clean, comfortable, and the air conditioning worked perfectly, which made a huge difference as we were travelling during an extremely hot day. Everyone in our group was able to relax and enjoy the journey.Overall, we had a fantastic experience on both the outbound and return trips. The service was reliable, comfortable, and well-organised. I would highly recommend Bus Route to anyone looking for coach transport for a large group. Thank you for helping make our trip so enjoyable!”
HL
Heidi Lees
2026-06-27
“Very helpful, great communication and would definitely use again!”
JS
Jimmy Sorrie
2026-07-04
“Excellent customer service from start to finish. Easy booking system and cost was the best we could find. Driver was brilliant with all our group and we will definitely be using this company again”
KS
Katie Scott
2026-07-04
“Booked for a hen do for 20 girls. Seamless experience! Drivers were great, very prompt and swift communication throughout. Very reasonable quote too compared with other providers. Would recommend!”
K
Kiera
2026-07-06
“Great service on time nice comfortable bus would highly reccomend”
LL
Lauren Lancaster
2026-07-27
“Really good, clean vehicle, friendly driver, who was talkative n helped with our bags,”
LD
Lee Dutton
2026-06-27
“Fantastic trip. I was a little concerned that the bus might not turn up but can’t compliment the service enough on time lots of communication and driver was really nice. The busses themselves were clean and actually of a lot higher quality than I was expecting will definitely use again.”
L
Lesley
2026-06-24
“Absolutely amazing company everything went smoothly & the students loved it door to door pick up and drop off. Worth every penny”
MO
Matthew Oram
2026-06-27
“Great communication throughout, arrived on time for both ends of our journey, driver was great”
MH
Meghan Hall
2026-07-27
“We booked through this company as we needed to organise transport for guests to our son’s wedding. The staff were amazing from our first contact. On the day the driver was cheery courteous and helpful.”
MT
Michael Toomey
2026-07-04
“Great service! I hired BusRoute to provide a shuttle bus service for guests at my wedding in Gordon, Scotland. The bus was perfect and arrived promptly both for drop-off and pick-ups. The customer service and the communication with the company was fantastic. And it was very affordable. Two thumbs up!”
NP
Nicola Pearse
2026-06-27
“Driver arrived promptly. He was very polite and ensured we were happy throughout the journey. Arrived at our destination safely and on time. Minibus had air conditioning and plenty space for all our luggage and passengers.”
OO
Ona Onyekweli
2026-06-27
“We hired two buses for our event last Saturday. The drivers were prompt and accommodated all our needs. I just want to say a huge thank you to the team which were absolutely lovely, we definitely will be using this service again in future.”
R
Rhodri
2026-06-18
“The booking process with Busroute was easy, and follow up communication excellent. Despite a 6a.m. start the bus was there at 5.40, ready to load and ensure a prompt getaway. Our driver was very friendly, helpful and courteous and helped with unloading at the airport. The return to Swansea from the airport was equally easy and comfortable with an ontime pick-up and arrival back in Swansea. I highly recommend BusRoute and0 their partners.”
SM
Sonana Mielo
2026-06-27
“Busroute were able to accommodate my plans effectively and for a good price. It was easy to communicate with the team from planning phases to the day itself - Peter was an especially huge help in making ideal plans a reality. The team are very open to questions, feedback, and care greatly about offering the best experience for you.”
DL
demi lindo-lewis
2026-07-20
“Great driver and polite, the company was easy to work with, no issues”
L
lexi
2026-06-18
“Driver was early was easy to book and a very good price in comparison to other places i looked”
MW
morgan winchurch
2026-06-19
“Driver was friendly and helpful. Booking process was easy and service was exceptional.”
A
Amy
2026-06-28
“Great customer service and communications before the trip. Very clear and flexible as well.”
DO
David Oliver Berglund-Seland
2026-06-22
“Good and accommodating bus-rental Great at following up with news and update for the journey, and good at accommodating the bus-rentals for our needs. :-)”
ED
Estephanie Domingo
2026-07-24
“We booked Bus Route for our group of 35 passengers travelling from London to Ipswich return trio and the experience was excellent from start to finish.On our way to the venue, the road was unexpectedly closed when we were only about 15 minutes away. Our driver remained calm, patient, and professional throughout, finding an alternative route without any stress or delay on our part. We really appreciated how composed and experienced he was in handling the situation.The coach was clean, comfortable, and the air conditioning worked perfectly, which made a huge difference as we were travelling during an extremely hot day. Everyone in our group was able to relax and enjoy the journey.Overall, we had a fantastic experience on both the outbound and return trips. The service was reliable, comfortable, and well-organised. I would highly recommend Bus Route to anyone looking for coach transport for a large group. Thank you for helping make our trip so enjoyable!”
HL
Heidi Lees
2026-06-27
“Very helpful, great communication and would definitely use again!”
JS
Jimmy Sorrie
2026-07-04
“Excellent customer service from start to finish. Easy booking system and cost was the best we could find. Driver was brilliant with all our group and we will definitely be using this company again”
KS
Katie Scott
2026-07-04
“Booked for a hen do for 20 girls. Seamless experience! Drivers were great, very prompt and swift communication throughout. Very reasonable quote too compared with other providers. Would recommend!”
K
Kiera
2026-07-06
“Great service on time nice comfortable bus would highly reccomend”
LL
Lauren Lancaster
2026-07-27
“Really good, clean vehicle, friendly driver, who was talkative n helped with our bags,”
LD
Lee Dutton
2026-06-27
“Fantastic trip. I was a little concerned that the bus might not turn up but can’t compliment the service enough on time lots of communication and driver was really nice. The busses themselves were clean and actually of a lot higher quality than I was expecting will definitely use again.”
L
Lesley
2026-06-24
“Absolutely amazing company everything went smoothly & the students loved it door to door pick up and drop off. Worth every penny”
MO
Matthew Oram
2026-06-27
“Great communication throughout, arrived on time for both ends of our journey, driver was great”
MH
Meghan Hall
2026-07-27
“We booked through this company as we needed to organise transport for guests to our son’s wedding. The staff were amazing from our first contact. On the day the driver was cheery courteous and helpful.”
MT
Michael Toomey
2026-07-04
“Great service! I hired BusRoute to provide a shuttle bus service for guests at my wedding in Gordon, Scotland. The bus was perfect and arrived promptly both for drop-off and pick-ups. The customer service and the communication with the company was fantastic. And it was very affordable. Two thumbs up!”
NP
Nicola Pearse
2026-06-27
“Driver arrived promptly. He was very polite and ensured we were happy throughout the journey. Arrived at our destination safely and on time. Minibus had air conditioning and plenty space for all our luggage and passengers.”
OO
Ona Onyekweli
2026-06-27
“We hired two buses for our event last Saturday. The drivers were prompt and accommodated all our needs. I just want to say a huge thank you to the team which were absolutely lovely, we definitely will be using this service again in future.”
R
Rhodri
2026-06-18
“The booking process with Busroute was easy, and follow up communication excellent. Despite a 6a.m. start the bus was there at 5.40, ready to load and ensure a prompt getaway. Our driver was very friendly, helpful and courteous and helped with unloading at the airport. The return to Swansea from the airport was equally easy and comfortable with an ontime pick-up and arrival back in Swansea. I highly recommend BusRoute and0 their partners.”
SM
Sonana Mielo
2026-06-27
“Busroute were able to accommodate my plans effectively and for a good price. It was easy to communicate with the team from planning phases to the day itself - Peter was an especially huge help in making ideal plans a reality. The team are very open to questions, feedback, and care greatly about offering the best experience for you.”
DL
demi lindo-lewis
2026-07-20
“Great driver and polite, the company was easy to work with, no issues”
L
lexi
2026-06-18
“Driver was early was easy to book and a very good price in comparison to other places i looked”
MW
morgan winchurch
2026-06-19
“Driver was friendly and helpful. Booking process was easy and service was exceptional.”
4.4/5 based on 439 reviews
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