What is the cheapest way to get from Balbriggan to Cookstown?

The cheapest way to get from Balbriggan to Cookstown is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balbriggan to Cookstown?

The fastest way to get from Balbriggan to Cookstown is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Balbriggan and Cookstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Balbriggan to Cookstown. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan Comm Cen and arriving at Union Street via Dublin Airport T1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Balbriggan to Cookstown?

The distance between Balbriggan and Cookstown is 89 miles. The road distance is 85.7 miles.

How do I travel from Balbriggan to Cookstown without a car?

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Cookstown without a car is to train and taxi which takes 2h 14m and costs £60 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Balbriggan to Cookstown?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Balbriggan to Cookstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balbriggan to Cookstown bus from?

Balbriggan to Cookstown bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Balbriggan Comm Cen station.

Where does the Balbriggan to Cookstown bus arrive?

Balbriggan to Cookstown bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from Balbriggan to Cookstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Balbriggan to Cookstown is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Balbriggan to Cookstown.

Where can I stay near Cookstown?

There are 140+ hotels available in Cookstown.

Balbriggan to Cookstown - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and line 101 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Balbriggan to Cookstown by train, taxi, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Drogheda to PortadownIc / ...
2. Take the taxi from Portadown to Cookstown
2h 14m
£63–84
Drive 85.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balbriggan to Cookstown85.2 mi
1h 43m
£22–31
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19101
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Union StreetX4
4h 13m

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Distance: 88.6 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Balbriggan, Ireland and Cookstown, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Union Street via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Dublin Airport T1 in around 4h 13m.

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