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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Cong is to bus which costs €35 - €50 and takes 9h 5m.

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 3m 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 Glengall Street, Dublin Airport Zone 11 and Claremorris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Cong?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Cong is 441 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 bus which takes 9h 5m and costs €35 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 9h 5m 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 Dublin Express, depart from Glengall Street station.

Train or bus from Carrickfergus to Cong?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Cong is to bus which takes 9h 5m and costs €35 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Cong bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Cong bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21 station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Cong?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Cong is 308 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Carrickfergus to Cong.

Where can I stay near Cong?

There are 111+ hotels available in Cong.

Carrickfergus to Cong - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Carrickfergus to Cong by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21785
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 11 to Claremorris721
9h 5m
€36–46
Train
1. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to ClaremorrisIc / ...
9h 20m
€47–67
Drive 308.3 km
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Cong308.3 km
4h 3m
€55–79
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Yorkgate to Derry-Londonderry1 Gc->Ly / ...
2. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Claremorris64
9h 49m
€45–75
Train, bus via Ballybofey
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Londonderry0
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Ballybofey64 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ballybofey to Claremorris64
11h 37m
€47–71

Carrickfergus to Cong by bus and foot

27Weekly Services

9h 5mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 440.6 km
Duration: 9h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Joymount to Cong via Donegall Place, Glengall Street, Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21, Dublin Airport Zone 11, and Claremorris in around 9h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carrickfergus to Cong via Great Victoria Street, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, Claremorris, and Claremorris Station in around 9h 20m.

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