What is the cheapest way to get from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole?

The cheapest way to get from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole is to bus which costs €11 and takes 4h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole?

The fastest way to get from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Newtownabbey and Rathcoole?

No, there is no direct bus from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole. However, there are services departing from Merville Mews and arriving at Holy Family NS via Belfast Glengall and Wellington Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole?

The distance between Newtownabbey and Rathcoole is 209 km. The road distance is 185.7 km.

How do I travel from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole without a car?

The best way to get from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole without a car is to train and line 126 bus which takes 4h 13m and costs €27 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newtownabbey to Rathcoole bus from?

Newtownabbey to Rathcoole bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Belfast Glengall station.

Where does the Newtownabbey to Rathcoole bus arrive?

Newtownabbey to Rathcoole bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at The Gresham Hotel station.

Can I drive from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole?

Yes, the driving distance between Newtownabbey to Rathcoole is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole.

Where can I stay near Rathcoole?

There are 1076+ hotels available in Rathcoole.

Newtownabbey to Rathcoole - 4 ways to travel via train, line 126 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 126 bus
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Holy Family NSbus 126 / ...
4h 13m
€27–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
4h 58m
€11
Bus via Wellington Quay
1. Take the bus from Belfast Glengall to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
4h 45m
€22–28
Drive 185.7 km
1. Drive from Newtownabbey to Rathcoolecar 185.7 km
2h 1m
€34–49

Newtownabbey to Rathcoole by bus, foot, and train

250Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 209.5 km
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland and Rathcoole, IE-D, Ireland?

Aircoach operates a bus from Belfast Glengall to The Gresham Hotel hourly. Tickets cost €15–21 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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