What is the cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Carrickfergus?

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Carrickfergus is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dundalk to Carrickfergus?

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Carrickfergus is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Dundalk Bus Stn and arriving at Joymount via Newry Bus Station, Grand Central Station Stand 10 and Laganside Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Carrickfergus via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Dundalk and Carrickfergus is 70 miles. The road distance is 62.6 miles.

How do I travel from Dundalk to Carrickfergus without a car?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Carrickfergus without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £17 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Dundalk to Carrickfergus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Carrickfergus bus from?

Dundalk to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Dundalk Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Carrickfergus train from?

Dundalk to Carrickfergus train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dundalk station.

Train or bus from Dundalk to Carrickfergus?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Carrickfergus is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £17 - £25. Alternatively, you can line 160 bus and bus, which costs £22 - £26 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Dundalk to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

Dundalk to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Newry Bus Stn station.

Where does the Dundalk to Carrickfergus train arrive?

Dundalk to Carrickfergus train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Carrickfergus?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Carrickfergus is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Dundalk to Carrickfergus.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1154+ hotels available in Carrickfergus.

Dundalk to Carrickfergus - 3 ways to travel via train, line 160 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Dundalk to Carrickfergus by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Carrickfergustrain Re / ...
1h 57m
£17–25
Drive 62.2 mi
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1. Drive from Dundalk to Carrickferguscar 62.2 mi
1h 8m
£16–23
Line 160 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Dundalk Bus Stn to Newry Bus Stnbus 160 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus 238 / ...
3. Take the bus from Laganside Bus Station to Joymountbus 563 / ...
4h 3m
£22–26

Dundalk to Carrickfergus by train

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Distance: 70 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Dundalk to Carrickfergus via Belfast Grand Central in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dundalk Bus Stn to Joymount via Newry Bus Stn, Newry Bus Station, Grand Central Station Stand 10, Queens Square, and Laganside Bus Station in around 4h 3m.

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