What is the cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Cong?

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Cong is to bus via Dublin which costs €35 - €55 and takes 9h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Cong?

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Cong is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Cong?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Cong. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Cong via Europa Bus Centre, Crampton Quay and Claremorris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Cong?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Cong is 457 km. The road distance is 308.3 km.

How do I travel from Carrickfergus to Cong without a car?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Cong without a car is to train which takes 8h 47m and costs €40 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Carrickfergus to Cong?

It takes approximately 8h 47m to get from Carrickfergus to Cong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Cong bus from?

Carrickfergus to Cong bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Europa Bus Centre station.

Train or bus from Carrickfergus to Cong?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Cong is to train which takes 8h 47m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 34m.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Cong bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Cong bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at The Gresham Hotel station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Cong?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Cong is 308 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Carrickfergus to Cong.

Where can I stay near Cong?

There are 83+ hotels available in Cong.

Carrickfergus to Cong - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carrickfergus to Cong 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 Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Claremorristrain Re
8h 47m
€43–63
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Claremorrisbus 721
9h 45m
€37–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 7 to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 212 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Claremorrisbus 64
9h 34m
Drive 308.3 km
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Congcar 308.3 km
4h 4m
€55–79

Carrickfergus to Cong by train, tram, and bus

23Weekly Services

8h 47mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carrickfergus to Cong.

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Distance: 457.2 km
Duration: 8h 47m

What companies run services between Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland and Cong, IE-MO, Ireland?

You can take a train from Carrickfergus to Cong via Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, Claremorris, and Claremorris Station in around 8h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carrickfergus to Cong via Belfast Great Central, Grand Central Station Stand 7, Ulsterbus Depot, and Claremorris in around 9h 34m.

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