How far is it from Cookstown to Monaghan?

The distance between Cookstown and Monaghan is 53 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Cookstown to Monaghan?

The drive from Cookstown to Monaghan takes approximately 45 min by car.

What is the best route from Cookstown to Monaghan?

The fastest route from Cookstown to Monaghan covers 53 km with a driving time of approximately 45 min.

Which direction is Monaghan from Cookstown?

Monaghan lies roughly to the north-west of Cookstown.

Which roads does the route from Cookstown to Monaghan follow?

The drive from Cookstown to Monaghan mainly follows N2.

Which towns do you pass between Cookstown and Monaghan?

Towns on the route from Cookstown to Monaghan include Drumcondra, Carrickmacross, Castleblayney, Ballybay.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Cookstown and Monaghan?

Along the route from Cookstown to Monaghan you can fill up at Birdy's, McCaugheys Broomfield, Top. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Are there charging stations between Cookstown and Monaghan?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Cookstown to Monaghan, including Commins, Dromiskin (180 kW); M1 (Northbound), Castlebellingham (180 kW); Applegreen MSA M1, Whiterath (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 34.

Cookstown Monaghan

Distance: 53 kmDrive time: 45 min

Driving from Cookstown to Monaghan takes about 45 min via N2. The distance is 53 km. The straight-line distance is 47 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Carrickmacross, Castleblayney, Castleshane (Monaghan), Monaghan. Driving directions

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Driving directions13 · 53 km

1 Depart 28 km
2 Enter roundabout left onto Castleblayney to Clontibret Road 41 m
3 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Castleblayney to Clontibret Road 6 km
4 Enter roundabout left onto Castleblayney to Clontibret Road 61 m
5 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Castleblayney to Clontibret Road 8 km
6 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Castleblayney to Clontibret Road 41 m
7 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Castleblayney to Clontibret Road 10 km
8 Enter rotary left onto Dublin Road 66 m

9 Exit rotary left onto Dublin Road 2 km
10 Enter roundabout left onto Macartan Road 15 m
11 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Macartan Road 398 m
12 Turn right onto Dawson Street 195 m
13 Arrive onto Dawson Street

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The return trip from Monaghan to Cookstown covers roughly the same distance, 53 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

34 chargers

Commins, DromiskinCommins, Dromiskin, County Louth180 kW
M1 (Northbound), CastlebellinghamM1 (Northbound), Castlebellingham, County Louth180 kW
Applegreen MSA M1, WhiterathApplegreen MSA M1, Whiterath150 kW
Bridge St, ArdeeBridge St, Ardee, Co. Louth150 kW
Castlebellingham Services M1, WhiterathCastlebellingham Services M1, Whiterath150 kW

EV Charging Stations

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Top attractions along the route

No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Monaghan → Dundalk53 km · 50 min Monaghan → Navan90 km · 1 h 20 min Monaghan → Magherafelt71 km · 1 h 10 min Monaghan → Ardee58 km · 50 min Monaghan → Lisburn81 km · 1 h 10 min Monaghan → Banbridge58 km · 1 h

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 1 October 2026.

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How far is it from Cookstown to Monaghan?: The distance between Cookstown and Monaghan is 53 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Cookstown to Monaghan?: The drive from Cookstown to Monaghan takes approximately 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Cookstown to Monaghan?: The fastest route from Cookstown to Monaghan covers 53 km with a driving time of approximately 45 min.
Which direction is Monaghan from Cookstown?: Monaghan lies roughly to the north-west of Cookstown.
Which roads does the route from Cookstown to Monaghan follow?: The drive from Cookstown to Monaghan mainly follows N2.
Which towns do you pass between Cookstown and Monaghan?: Towns on the route from Cookstown to Monaghan include Drumcondra, Carrickmacross, Castleblayney, Ballybay.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Cookstown and Monaghan?: Along the route from Cookstown to Monaghan you can fill up at Birdy's, McCaugheys Broomfield, Top. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Are there charging stations between Cookstown and Monaghan?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Cookstown to Monaghan, including Commins, Dromiskin (180 kW); M1 (Northbound), Castlebellingham (180 kW); Applegreen MSA M1, Whiterath (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 34.

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