What is the cheapest way to get from Gallup to Cortez?

The cheapest way to get from Gallup to Cortez is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gallup to Cortez?

The fastest way to get from Gallup to Cortez is to bus and taxi which takes 2h 42m and costs $240 - $310.

How far is it from Gallup to Cortez?

The distance between Gallup and Cortez is 140 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

How do I travel from Gallup to Cortez without a car?

The best way to get from Gallup to Cortez without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 2h 42m and costs $240 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Gallup to Cortez?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Gallup to Cortez, including transfers.

Can I drive from Gallup to Cortez?

Yes, the driving distance between Gallup to Cortez is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Gallup to Cortez.

Where can I stay near Cortez?

There are 48+ hotels available in Cortez.

Gallup to Cortez - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Gallup to Cortez by bus, taxi, or car

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

Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Yatahey - Red Mesa Store to Shiprock - I.H.S. Hospital Road Stop7A/B
2. Take the taxi from Shiprock - I.H.S. Hospital Road Stop to Cortez
2h 42m
$245–309
Drive 135 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gallup to Cortez135 mi
2h 54m
$25–36
Bus, taxi via Gallup - Amtrak Depot
1. Take the bus from Gallup - Amtrak Depot to Yatahey - Red Mesa Store6
2. Take the bus from Yatahey - Red Mesa Store to Shiprock - I.H.S. Hospital Road Stop
3. Take the taxi from Shiprock - I.H.S. Hospital Road Stop to Cortez
4h 32m
$224–284

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Gallup to Cortez.

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Distance: 139.3 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Gallup, NM, USA and Cortez, CO, USA?

There is no direct connection from Gallup to Cortez. However, you can take the taxi to Yatahey - Red Mesa Store, take the bus to Shiprock - I.H.S. Hospital Road Stop, then take the taxi to Cortez. Alternatively, you can drive from Gallup to Cortez in around 2h 54m.

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