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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Bandon is to bus and line 236 bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Bandon is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Bandon?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Bandon. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Stn and arriving at Bandon via Cork Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Bandon?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Bandon. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Cork via Limerick and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Galway to Bandon?

The distance between Galway and Bandon is 226 km. The road distance is 216.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Bandon without a car is to bus and line 236 bus which takes 4h 33m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Galway to Bandon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Bandon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galway to Bandon train from?

Galway to Bandon train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Galway station.

Train or bus from Galway to Bandon?

The best way to get from Galway to Bandon is to bus and line 236 bus which takes 4h 33m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €65 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Galway to Bandon bus arrive?

Galway to Bandon bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Cork Andersn's Quay station.

Where does the Galway to Bandon train arrive?

Galway to Bandon train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick station.

Can I drive from Galway to Bandon?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Bandon is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Galway to Bandon.

Where can I stay near Bandon?

There are 280+ hotels available in Bandon.

Galway to Bandon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 236 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Galway to Bandon by bus, train, or car

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Bus, line 236 bus
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1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
2. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Bandonbus 236 / ...
4h 33m
€31–49
Train
1. Take the train from Galway to Limericktrain Ic
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Corktrain Ic / ...
5h 57m
€45–64
Drive 216.2 km
1. Drive from Galway to Bandoncar 216.2 km
2h 51m
€37–53

Galway to Bandon by bus

110Weekly Buses

4h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 225.7 km
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Bandon, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Bandon via Cork Andersn's Quay and Cork Bus Stn in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Bandon via Limerick, Limerick Junction, Cork, Cork Kent Stn, and Cork Bus Stn in around 5h 57m.

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