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

The cheapest way to get from Cookstown to Portlaoise is to drive which costs €35 - €60 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cookstown to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Cookstown and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Cookstown to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Cookstown to Portlaoise?

The distance between Cookstown and Portlaoise is 262 km. The road distance is 222.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cookstown to Portlaoise without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs €80 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Cookstown to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cookstown to Portlaoise bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cookstown to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Cookstown to Portlaoise is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs €80 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Cookstown to Portlaoise bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cookstown to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Cookstown to Portlaoise is 222 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Cookstown to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 67+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

Cookstown to Portlaoise - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cookstown to Portlaoise by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Portadown to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
4h 13m
€83–106
Drive 222.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cookstown to Portlaoise222.3 km
3h 21m
€40–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Dublin Airport T2X4
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
5h
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Dublin Airport T2X4
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avenue726
5h 9m

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Map of how to get from Cookstown to Portlaoise.

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Distance: 261.7 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cookstown to Portlaoise via Portadown, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Dublin Airport T2 and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 5h 9m.

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