How far is it from Dundonald to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Dundonald and Carrickfergus is 15 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Dundonald to Carrickfergus?

The drive from Dundonald to Carrickfergus takes approximately 30 min by car.

What is the best route from Dundonald to Carrickfergus?

The fastest route from Dundonald to Carrickfergus covers 15 mi with a driving time of approximately 30 min.

Which direction is Carrickfergus from Dundonald?

Carrickfergus lies roughly to the north of Dundonald.

Are there charging stations between Dundonald and Carrickfergus?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Dundonald to Carrickfergus, including Kennedy Centre, Belfast (350 kW); 90 Sydenham Rd, Belfast (320 kW); High Street, Holywood (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 168.

Dundonald Carrickfergus

Distance: 15 miDuration: 30 min

Driving from Dundonald to Carrickfergus takes about 30 min via A2. The distance is 15 mi. The straight-line distance is 9 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions25 · 15 mi

1 Depart onto Comber Road 147 yd
2 Keep slightly left onto Comber Road 47 yd
3 Merge slightly right onto Upper Newtownards Road 2 mi
4 Keep slightly right onto Upper Newtownards Road 2 mi
5 Continue straight onto Newtownards Road 1 mi
6 Continue straight onto Short Strand 1 mi
7 Keep slightly right onto Bridge End 1 mi
8 Turn right onto Dalton Street 105 yd
9 Take ramp straight 1 mi
10 Merge slightly right onto Lagan Bridge 1 mi
11 Continue straight 3 mi
12 Keep slightly right 2 mi
13 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Shore Road 64 yd

14 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Shore Road 1 mi
15 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Shore Road 57 yd
16 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Shore Road 2 mi
17 Enter rotary straight onto Shore Road 25 yd
18 Exit rotary slightly left onto Shore Road 1 mi
19 Keep slightly left onto Shore Road 1 mi
20 Keep slightly left onto Shore Road 1 mi
21 Enter rotary left onto Belfast Road 42 yd
22 Exit rotary slightly left onto Belfast Road 2 mi
23 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Marine Highway 34 yd
24 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Marine Highway 1 mi
25 Arrive onto Marine Highway

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The return trip from Carrickfergus to Dundonald covers roughly the same distance, 15 mi.

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Charging points along the way

168 chargers

Kennedy Centre, BelfastKennedy Centre, Belfast350 kW
90 Sydenham Rd, Belfast90 Sydenham Rd, Belfast, BT3 9DJ320 kW
High Street, HolywoodHigh Street, Holywood, Northern Ireland, BT18 9AQ200 kW
South Circular Rd, BangorSouth Circular Rd, Bangor200 kW
York Road, BelfastYork Road, Belfast, BT15 3HB180 kW

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Top attractions along the route

Stena Line Victoria Terminal 2
Ferry Terminals

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Carrickfergus → Belfast International Airport (BFS)20 mi · 35 min Carrickfergus → George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)13 mi · 25 min Carrickfergus → Templepatrick15 mi · 30 min Carrickfergus → Stranmillis14 mi · 25 min Carrickfergus → Andersonstown15 mi · 25 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 September 2026.

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How far is it from Dundonald to Carrickfergus?: The distance between Dundonald and Carrickfergus is 15 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Dundonald to Carrickfergus?: The drive from Dundonald to Carrickfergus takes approximately 30 min by car.
What is the best route from Dundonald to Carrickfergus?: The fastest route from Dundonald to Carrickfergus covers 15 mi with a driving time of approximately 30 min.
Which direction is Carrickfergus from Dundonald?: Carrickfergus lies roughly to the north of Dundonald.
Are there charging stations between Dundonald and Carrickfergus?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Dundonald to Carrickfergus, including Kennedy Centre, Belfast (350 kW); 90 Sydenham Rd, Belfast (320 kW); High Street, Holywood (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 168.

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