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

The cheapest way to get from Cookstown to Stranraer is to drive and car ferry which costs £40 - £180 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cookstown to Stranraer is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 26m and costs £40 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Cookstown and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Cookstown to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop and arriving at Port Rodie via Belfast, Europa Buscentre and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

How far is it from Cookstown to Stranraer?

The distance between Cookstown and Stranraer is 99 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cookstown to Stranraer without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 6h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Cookstown to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cookstown to Stranraer bus from?

Cookstown to Stranraer bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop station.

Where does the Cookstown to Stranraer bus arrive?

Cookstown to Stranraer bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Bus Stand 14 station.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 193+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Cookstown to Stranraer - 3 ways to travel via car, car ferry, bus, and ferry

There are 3 ways to get from Cookstown to Stranraer by car, car ferry, bus, ferry, or busferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Cookstown to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
3h 26m
£42–179
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Antrim Depot210a / ...
2. Take the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan
6h 17m
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Grand Central Bus Stand 14
2. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayr923
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Port Rodie923
10h 15m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 98.6 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Cookstown, Northern Ireland and Stranraer, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Cookstown to Stranraer. However, you can drive to Belfast, take the car ferry to Cairnryan, then drive to Stranraer. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cookstown Dublin Exp Stop to Stranraer via Antrim Depot, Antrim, Yorkgate, Larne Harbour, Larne, and Cairnryan in around 6h 17m.

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