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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Cahir is to train which costs €18 - €27 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Cahir is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Cahir?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Cahir. However, there are services departing from Galway Ceannt and arriving at Cahir via Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Cahir?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Cahir. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Cahir via Limerick and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Galway to Cahir?

The distance between Galway and Cahir is 179 km. The road distance is 161.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Cahir without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h and costs €24 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Galway to Cahir, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Cahir bus from?

Galway to Cahir bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Galway Ceannt station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Cahir train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Cahir?

The best way to get from Galway to Cahir is to bus which takes 4h 18m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €18 - €27 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Galway to Cahir bus arrive?

Galway to Cahir bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Galway to Cahir train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Cahir?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Cahir is 161 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Galway to Cahir.

Where can I stay near Cahir?

There are 102+ hotels available in Cahir.

Galway to Cahir - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Galway to Cahir by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Galway to Limericktrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cahirbus 55
4h
€24–34
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Galway to Limericktrain Ic
4h 21m
€18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cahirbus 55
4h 18m
€31–43
Drive 161.1 km
1. Drive from Galway to Cahircar 161.1 km
1h 57m
€28–40

Galway to Cahir by train and bus

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Distance: 179.1 km
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a bus from Galway Ceannt to Cahir via Limerick Colbert in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Galway to Limerick every 4 hours. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 57m.

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