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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Cookstown is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Cookstown is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Cookstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny station to Cookstown. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station and arriving at Union Street via Red Cow Luas and Dublin Airport T1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Cookstown?

The distance between Kilkenny and Cookstown is 194 miles. The road distance is 172 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Cookstown without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Kilkenny to Cookstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Cookstown bus from?

Kilkenny to Cookstown bus services, operated by JJ Kavanagh, depart from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station.

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Cookstown?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Cookstown is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Cookstown bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Cookstown bus services, operated by JJ Kavanagh, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Cookstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Cookstown is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Kilkenny to Cookstown.

Where can I stay near Cookstown?

There are 43+ hotels available in Cookstown.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kilkenny to Cookstown 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 Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain Re
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Portadowntrain Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
4h 38m
Drive 171.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Cookstowncar 171.1 mi
3h 26m
£42–61
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Red Cow Luasbus 717
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Union Streetbus X4
5h 12m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Union Streetbus X4
5h 44m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain Re
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Union Streetbus X4
5h 47m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kilkenny to Cookstown.

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Distance: 192.9 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Kilkenny, IE-KK, Ireland and Cookstown, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Kilkenny to Cookstown via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Portadown in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Union Street via Red Cow Luas, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Dublin Airport T1 in around 5h 12m.

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