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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Cookstown is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Cookstown is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Cookstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Cookstown. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop via Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Cookstown?

The distance between Ballycastle and Cookstown is 66 miles. The road distance is 48.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Cookstown without a car is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Ballycastle to Cookstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Cookstown bus from?

Ballycastle to Cookstown bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Market Street station.

Where does the Ballycastle to Cookstown bus arrive?

Ballycastle to Cookstown bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Coleraine Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Cookstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Cookstown is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Ballycastle to Cookstown.

Where can I stay near Cookstown?

There are 140+ hotels available in Cookstown.

Ballycastle to Cookstown - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Coleraine Buscentre171 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop278
3h 15m
Drive 48.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Cookstown48.5 mi
1h 12m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballycastle to Cookstown48.5 mi
1h 12m
£100–120

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Distance: 65.8 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Market Street to Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop via Coleraine Buscentre in around 3h 15m.

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