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

The cheapest way to get from Cookstown to Kildare is to bus which costs €7 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cookstown to Kildare is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Cookstown and Kildare?

No, there is no direct bus from Cookstown to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop and arriving at Kildare Vllge via Airport Zone 16 and Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Cookstown and Kildare?

No, there is no direct train from Cookstown to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Portadown and arriving at Kildare via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Cookstown to Kildare?

The distance between Cookstown and Kildare is 229 km. The road distance is 199.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cookstown to Kildare without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs €140 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Cookstown to Kildare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cookstown to Kildare bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cookstown to Kildare train from?

Cookstown to Kildare train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portadown station.

Train or bus from Cookstown to Kildare?

The best way to get from Cookstown to Kildare is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs €140 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €11 - €17 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Cookstown to Kildare bus arrive?

Cookstown to Kildare bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Cookstown to Kildare train arrive?

Cookstown to Kildare train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Cookstown to Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Cookstown to Kildare is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Cookstown to Kildare.

Where can I stay near Kildare?

There are 134+ hotels available in Kildare.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Cookstown to Kildare by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portadown to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kildaretrain Re / ...
3h 26m
€147–181
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X4
2. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Kildarebus 126 / ...
6h 2m
€7
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Dublin Airport T2bus X4
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Kildare Vllgebus 300
4h 14m
€11–17
Drive 199.8 km
1. Drive from Cookstown to Kildarecar 199.8 km
2h 50m
€36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Dublin Airport T2bus X4
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Kildarebus 726
4h 42m
€11–14

Cookstown to Kildare by bus

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Distance: 228.5 km
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cookstown to Kildare via Portadown, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Kildare Vllge via Dublin Airport T2, Airport Zone 16, and Red Cow Luas in around 4h 14m.

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