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

The cheapest way to get from Cookstown to Blackpool is to drive and car ferry which costs £85 - £260 and takes 6h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cookstown to Blackpool is to drive and car ferry which takes 6h 52m and costs £85 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Cookstown and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Cookstown to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop and arriving at Buchanan Street via Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 24m.

How far is it from Cookstown to Blackpool?

The distance between Cookstown and Blackpool is 284 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cookstown to Blackpool without a car is to taxi and car ferry and train which takes 10h 53m and costs £160 - £440.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Cookstown to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cookstown to Blackpool bus from?

Cookstown to Blackpool bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop station.

Where does the Cookstown to Blackpool bus arrive?

Cookstown to Blackpool bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Bus Stand 14 station.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1763+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Cookstown to Blackpool - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and taxi

There are 10 ways to get from Cookstown to Blackpool by bus, plane, train, taxi, car ferry, busferry, 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 to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Grand Central Bus Stand 14
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BHD - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
5h 52m
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Cookstown to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
3. Drive from Cairnryan to Blackpool
6h 52m
£86–251
Taxi, car ferry, train
1. Take the taxi from Cookstown to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
3. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
5. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Preston
10h 53m
£168–435
Bus, bus and ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Grand Central Bus Stand 14
2. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow Buchanan923
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Preston
12h 2m
Bus, car ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Grand Central Bus Stand 14
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
14h 37m
Bus to Belfast International Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Antrim Depot
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BFS - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
5h 52m
Bus to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Grand Central Bus Stand 14
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Liverpool (LPL)BHD - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
6h 19m
Bus to Belfast International Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Antrim Depot
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Liverpool (LPL)BFS - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
6h 24m
Bus to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Grand Central Bus Stand 14
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)BHD - LBA
3. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Blackpool North
7h 53m
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Grand Central Bus Stand 14
2. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow Buchanan923
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station
14h 24m

George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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Distance: 282.7 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Cookstown, Northern Ireland and Blackpool, England?

There is no direct connection from Cookstown to Blackpool. However, you can take the bus to Grand Central Bus Stand 14, take the line 600 bus to George Best Belfast City Airport, walk to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) airport, fly to Manchester Airport (MAN), walk to Manchester Airport, then take the train to Blackpool North. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Belfast, take the car ferry to Cairnryan, walk to Stena Terminal, take the bus to Port Rodie, walk to Stranraer, take the train to Ayr, take the train to Glasgow Central, take the train to Preston, then take the train to Blackpool North.

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