Yes. Daytrip's model is built around optional sightseeing stops — so rather than going directly from your starting point to Portballintrae, you can add stops at places like the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Dark Hedges, or Dunluce Castle along the way. You decide which stops to include and how long to spend at each. There are no rigid tour schedules to follow.
Portballintrae is approximately 90 km (56 miles) from Belfast city centre. The drive typically takes around 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic and your chosen route. A private transfer is the most practical way to make the trip — the village has no direct rail connection, and reaching it by public transport requires multiple changes with significant waiting time.
A well-paced day trip of 6 to 8 hours covers the village itself, the Giant's Causeway, and one or two additional stops along the Causeway Coast. If you want to walk the coastal path or explore Dunluce Castle in depth, lean toward the longer end. Your driver can help you structure the day and will know the best order to visit spots based on crowds and timing.
If you want to enjoy the scenery — and the coastal roads here are genuinely spectacular — a private transfer lets you do that without the stress of navigating unfamiliar roads on the left-hand side. You also avoid parking logistics at busy sites like the Giant's Causeway, where spaces fill quickly in peak season. For travellers who want a relaxed, flexible day without the overhead of driving, a private transfer is the more enjoyable option.
Portballintrae is a small, unspoiled coastal village on the Causeway Coast that sits just minutes from some of Northern Ireland's most dramatic scenery. Its crescent beach, rocky headlands, and proximity to the Giant's Causeway UNESCO World Heritage Site make it a rewarding base for exploring the North Antrim coastline. Unlike the busier tourist hubs nearby, Portballintrae retains a quiet, authentic character — you get the coastline without the crowds.
The Giant's Causeway is the unmissable centrepiece — around 40,000 interlocking basalt columns that need to be seen to be believed. Nearby, Dunluce Castle perches dramatically on a coastal cliff and is a short drive away. Bushmills Distillery, one of the world's oldest licensed whiskey distilleries, is also within easy reach. A full day gives you time to take in two or three of these without feeling rushed.
Daytrip is a private car service platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.
Daytrip offers private door-to-door transfers with optional sightseeing stops, hourly driver hire, and curated day trips — all with local English-speaking drivers and operating across 130+ countries.
The cancellation policy may vary depending on your trip. The cancellation conditions available for your booking will always be shown before confirming your trip. Depending on eligibility, Daytrip offers different cancellation options:
Non-refundable: If your trip is canceled after confirmation, the amount paid will not be refunded.
Standard: If your trip is canceled at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time, the amount paid will be refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not eligible for a refund.
Flexible: If your trip is canceled at least 1 hour before the scheduled departure time, the amount paid will be refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 1 hour before departure are not eligible for a refund.
Trips booked less than 24 hours before departure may not be eligible for free cancellation unless stated otherwise during the booking process.
Yes! Book a private, door-to-door airport transfer with a local English-speaking driver. Enjoy fixed and transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and the option to pay in advance without the hassle of exchanging cash at a foreign airport.
You will receive the vehicle that best fits the number of travelers in your group, ranging from a sedan to a van for groups of up to 7. Depending where you travel, you can book anything from a sedan comparable to a Toyota Corolla to a Mercedes V-Class to a Classic Cuban Car. While the exact model may vary, we always ensure that the vehicle provided meets your needs in terms of safety, reliability, and comfort. You may be upgraded to a larger vehicle class free of charge depending on availability. Since our largest vehicle seats 7, for groups larger a combination of vehicles will be used. We will send you the exact vehicle details a few days before your trip.
Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.
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So, so happy I stumbled upon this website to book two private transports while visiting Lima, Peru. They were both one-way trips approximately 3 hours in length. Great communication as soon as everything was booked via email and I then downloaded their app. I had a few issues with the app and the customer service was awesome trying to assist me in getting it corrected. Honestly impressive customer service which gave you a positive feeling that you made the right choice. Both drivers were right on time - No issues whatsoever! Can't say enough about the service and ease of everything when travelling so far away. Great job to the daytrip team! Would strongly recommend.
