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 £10 - £16 and takes 57 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 57 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Cookstown and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct bus from Cookstown station to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Cookstown Bus Station and arriving at Joymount via Grand Central Station Stand 10 and Laganside Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

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 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m 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 Bus Station.

Where does the Cookstown to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

Cookstown to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Station Stand 14.

Can I drive from Cookstown to Carrickfergus?

Yes, the driving distance between Cookstown to Carrickfergus is 45 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Cookstown to Carrickfergus.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1175+ 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 Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 14bus 209
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Carrickfergustrain Rail
2h 21m
Drive 45 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cookstown to Carrickferguscar 45 mi
57 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cookstown to Carrickfergustaxi 45 mi
57 min
£95–120
Bus, train via Antrim Buscentre
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Antrim Buscentrebus
2. Take the train from Antrim to Yorkgatetrain
3. Take the train from Yorkgate to Carrickfergustrain
2h 44m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 14bus 209
2. Take the bus from Laganside Bus Station to Joymountbus 563e / ...
3h 3m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cookstown to Carrickfergus.

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Distance: 62.4 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Cookstown Bus Station to Joymount via Grand Central Station Stand 10, Queens Square, and Laganside Bus Station in around 3h 3m.

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