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 37m.

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 37m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Cookstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway station to Cookstown. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Station and arriving at Union Street 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 231 miles. The road distance is 157 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 bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 5h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m 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 Station.

Train or bus from Galway to Cookstown?

The best way to get from Galway to Cookstown is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 5h 55m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £110 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Galway to Cookstown bus arrive?

Galway to Cookstown bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin 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 37m to drive from Galway to Cookstown.

Where can I stay near Cookstown?

There are 133+ 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 bus, train, 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 via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Dublin Airport Zone 11bus 760 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Union Streetbus X4
5h 55m
Drive 156.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galway to Cookstowncar 156.1 mi
3h 37m
£39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Galway to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Portadowntrain 1_Dn->Gc
6h 56m
£78–105
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Cathedral to Monaghan Shopping Centrebus Gm13
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Union Streetbus 278
6h 43m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Galway to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Union Streetbus X4
8h 17m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Galway to Cookstown.

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Distance: 229.4 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Galway Coach Station to Union Street via Dublin Airport T1 in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Cookstown via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, Dublin Connolly, and Portadown in around 6h 56m.

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