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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Cookstown is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Cookstown is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Cookstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Cookstown. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Union Street via Grand Central Bus Stand 14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Cookstown?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Cookstown is 63 miles. The road distance is 45.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Cookstown without a car is to line 0 train and bus which takes 3h 1m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Carrickfergus to Cookstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Cookstown bus from?

Carrickfergus to Cookstown bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Joymount station.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Cookstown bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Cookstown bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Donegall Place station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Cookstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Cookstown is 45 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Carrickfergus to Cookstown.

Where can I stay near Cookstown?

There are 140+ hotels available in Cookstown.

Carrickfergus to Cookstown - 5 ways to travel via train, line 0 train, and bus

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

Line 0 train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 14 to Union Street209b
3h 1m
Drive 45.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Cookstown45.2 mi
56 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrickfergus to Cookstown45.2 mi
56 min
£95–120
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Yorkgate0
2. Take the train from Yorkgate to Antrim0
3. Take the bus from Antrim Depot to Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop
3h 8m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Joymount to Donegall Place563e / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 14 to Union Street209b
3h 22m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 62.2 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Joymount to Union Street via Donegall Place and Grand Central Bus Stand 14 in around 3h 22m.

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