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

The cheapest way to get from Cookstown to Carrickfergus is to drive which costs £11 - £16 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cookstown to Carrickfergus is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Cookstown and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct bus from Cookstown to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop and arriving at Joymount via Grand Central Bus Stand 20 and Laganside Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Cookstown to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Cookstown and Carrickfergus is 63 miles. The road distance is 45.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cookstown to Carrickfergus without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Cookstown to Carrickfergus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cookstown to Carrickfergus bus from?

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

Where does the Cookstown to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

Cookstown to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Station Stand 21.

Can I drive from Cookstown to Carrickfergus?

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

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1189+ hotels available in Carrickfergus.

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Grand Central Station Stand 21209b / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Carrickfergus1_Gc->Lr / ...
2h 12m
Drive 45 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cookstown to Carrickfergus45 mi
56 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cookstown to Carrickfergus45 mi
56 min
£95–120
Bus, train via Antrim Depot
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Antrim Depot
2. Take the train from Antrim to Yorkgate0
3. Take the train from Yorkgate to Carrickfergus0
2h 18m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Grand Central Station Stand 21209b / ...
2. Take the bus from Laganside Buscentre to Joymount563e / ...
3h 1m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cookstown to Carrickfergus.

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Distance: 62.7 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Joymount via Grand Central Bus Stand 20, Queens Square, and Laganside Buscentre in around 3h 1m.

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