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

The cheapest way to get from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole is to bus via Wellington Quay which costs €18 - €24 and takes 4h 40m.

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 Europa Bus Centre and Wellington Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Newtownabbey and Rathcoole?

No, there is no direct train from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Dublin Connolly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

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 which takes 4h 8m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m 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 Europa Bus Centre station.

Where do I catch the Newtownabbey to Rathcoole train from?

Newtownabbey to Rathcoole train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Train or bus from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole?

The best way to get from Newtownabbey to Rathcoole is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Wellington Quay, which costs €18 - €24 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Newtownabbey to Rathcoole bus arrive?

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

Where does the Newtownabbey to Rathcoole train arrive?

Newtownabbey to Rathcoole train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly 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 1187+ hotels available in Rathcoole.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
4h 8m
€23–31
Bus via Wellington Quay
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
4h 40m
€19–24
Drive 185.7 km
1. Drive from Newtownabbey to Rathcoolecar 185.7 km
2h 1m
€33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
4h 53m

Newtownabbey to Rathcoole by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 209.5 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Translink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Aircoach operates a bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotel hourly. Tickets cost €15–21 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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