Causeway Coast and Belfast by Campervan
Quick summary: Northern Ireland’s Causeway Coastal Route is one of the great campervan drives, running north from Belfast past the Glens of Antrim to the Giant’s Causeway, a World Heritage Site of hexagonal basalt columns. Dunluce Castle, the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge and the Dark Hedges are nearby, and Belfast offers Titanic Belfast and a lively city center. Belfast is around 165 km from Dublin, and Belfast to the Giant’s Causeway is about 100 km in a campervan or motorhome.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Dublin to Belfast | Around 165 km |
| Belfast to the Giant’s Causeway | Around 100 km |
| Highlights | Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Dark Hedges |
| Belfast | Titanic Belfast, murals, Cathedral Quarter |
| Units | Miles and pounds |
| Tours | Giant’s Causeway tours, Belfast tours |
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What are the highlights of the Causeway Coast?
| Stop | Why go |
|---|---|
| Giant’s Causeway | Basalt columns and coastal paths |
| Dunluce Castle | Clifftop castle ruins. See Dunluce Castle tours |
| Carrick-a-Rede | Rope bridge to a small island |
| Dark Hedges | Avenue of beech trees. See Dark Hedges tours |
| Glens of Antrim | Valleys and waterfalls |
| Bushmills | Village with a whiskey distillery |
Fans can follow filming locations with Game of Thrones tours.
What should you see in Belfast?
Titanic Belfast, the political murals, the Cathedral Quarter and St George’s Market. Park on the edge of the center or at your campsite and use buses or taxis.
Where can an RV park on the Causeway Coast?
At the Giant’s Causeway visitor center and other main attractions, though spaces fill early in summer. Some smaller car parks have height restrictions. Overnight stays are generally limited to campsites. See campsites and overnight parking.
Do you need to do anything when crossing the border?
Check your rental terms for cross-border travel and remember that distances switch to miles. See crossing into Northern Ireland.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Around 100 km, about 1.5 hours.
Yes, the visitor center has parking, though it fills early in summer.
Yes, with campsites along the way, though some side roads are narrow.
Around 165 km by motorway.