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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Cookstown is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Cookstown is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Cookstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Cookstown. However, there are services departing from Carlow Barrack St and arriving at Union Street via Dublin Airport T1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Carlow to Cookstown?

The distance between Carlow and Cookstown is 168 miles. The road distance is 147.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Cookstown without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £70 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Carlow to Cookstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Cookstown bus from?

Carlow to Cookstown bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Carlow Barrack St station.

Train or bus from Carlow to Cookstown?

The best way to get from Carlow to Cookstown is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £70 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Carlow to Cookstown bus arrive?

Carlow to Cookstown bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Airport station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Cookstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Cookstown is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Carlow to Cookstown.

Where can I stay near Cookstown?

There are 138+ hotels available in Cookstown.

Carlow to Cookstown - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Carlow to Cookstown by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Portadown1 Dn->Gc
4h 19m
£73–99
Drive 146.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlow to Cookstown146.5 mi
3h 3m
£37–53
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Carlow Barrack St to Dublin Airport4
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Union StreetX4
5h 7m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Dublin Airport Zone 16736
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Union StreetX4
5h 10m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Union StreetX4
5h 18m

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Map of how to get from Carlow to Cookstown.

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Distance: 167.5 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Cookstown via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, Dublin Connolly, and Portadown in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Barrack St to Union Street via Dublin Airport and Dublin Airport T1 in around 5h 7m.

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