What is the cheapest way to get from Carrickmacross to Belfast?

The cheapest way to get from Carrickmacross to Belfast is to bus and train via Belfast Grand Central which costs £11 - £18 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrickmacross to Belfast?

The fastest way to get from Carrickmacross to Belfast is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickmacross and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickmacross to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Carrickmacross South Bypass and arriving at Grand Central Bus Stand 15 via Ballygawley Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Carrickmacross to Belfast?

The distance between Carrickmacross and Belfast is 72 miles. The road distance is 61.7 miles.

How do I travel from Carrickmacross to Belfast without a car?

The best way to get from Carrickmacross to Belfast without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 25m and costs £15 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Carrickmacross to Belfast?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Carrickmacross to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickmacross to Belfast bus from?

Carrickmacross to Belfast bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Carrickmacross South Bypass station.

Where does the Carrickmacross to Belfast bus arrive?

Carrickmacross to Belfast bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Ballygawley Park and Ride station.

Can I drive from Carrickmacross to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickmacross to Belfast is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Carrickmacross to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1265+ hotels available in Belfast.

Carrickmacross to Belfast - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carrickmacross to Belfast 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Carrickmacross to Dundalk Station170
2. Take the train from Dundalk to Great Victoria Street1 Dn->Gc
2h 25m
£15–22
Bus, train via Belfast Grand Central
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carrickmacross to Dundalk Station170
2. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2h 33m
£11–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carrickmacross South Bypass to Ballygawley Park and Ride32
2. Take the bus from Ballygawley Park and Ride to Grand Central Bus Stand 15261 / ...
3h 6m
Drive 61.3 mi
1. Drive from Carrickmacross to Belfast61.3 mi
1h 13m
£16–23

Carrickmacross to Belfast by bus and train

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2h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.3 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Carrickmacross, Ireland and Belfast, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Carrickmacross South Bypass to Grand Central Bus Stand 15 via Ballygawley Park and Ride in around 3h 6m.

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