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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Cookstown is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Cookstown is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Cookstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Cookstown. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Stn and arriving at Cookstown via Dublin Airport T1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Galway to Cookstown?

The distance between Galway and Cookstown is 243 miles. The road distance is 157.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Cookstown without a car is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £80 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Galway to Cookstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Cookstown bus from?

Galway to Cookstown bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Stn station.

Train or bus from Galway to Cookstown?

The best way to get from Galway to Cookstown is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £80 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Galway to Cookstown bus arrive?

Galway to Cookstown bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Airport Zone 11 station.

Can I drive from Galway to Cookstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Cookstown is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Galway to Cookstown.

Where can I stay near Cookstown?

There are 139+ hotels available in Cookstown.

Galway to Cookstown - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Galway to Cookstown by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Galway to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Portadowntrain Ic / ...
5h 29m
£80–109
Drive 156.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galway to Cookstowncar 156.6 mi
3h 35m
£39–56
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Airport Zone 11bus 760 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Cookstownbus X4
5h 55m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Cathedral to Monaghan SCbus Gm13
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Cookstownbus 278
6h 42m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Galway to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Cookstownbus X4
6h 48m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Galway to Cookstown.

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Distance: 241.1 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Cookstown, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Galway to Cookstown via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Portadown in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Cookstown via Dublin Airport T1 in around 5h 55m.

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