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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Cookstown is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Cookstown is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Cookstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Cookstown. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Union Street via Dublin Airport T1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Cookstown?

The distance between Portlaoise and Cookstown is 164 miles. The road distance is 134.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Cookstown without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £70 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Portlaoise to Cookstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Cookstown bus from?

Portlaoise to Cookstown bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Cookstown?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Cookstown is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £70 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Cookstown bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Cookstown bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 16 station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Cookstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Cookstown is 135 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Portlaoise to Cookstown.

Where can I stay near Cookstown?

There are 140+ hotels available in Cookstown.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise 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 Portlaoise to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Portadown1 Dn->Gc
4h 26m
£72–98
Drive 134 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Cookstown134 mi
3h 28m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Union StreetX4
5h 19m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Union StreetX4
5h 25m

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Distance: 162.6 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

You can take a train from Portlaoise to Cookstown via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Portadown in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Union Street via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Dublin Airport T1 in around 5h 25m.

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