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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Castlebar is to drive which costs €12 - €19 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Castlebar is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs €12 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Castlebar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from ATU Galway and arriving at Castlebar. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Castlebar via Athlone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Galway to Castlebar?

The distance between Galway and Castlebar is 87 km. The road distance is 76.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Castlebar without a car is to bus which takes 1h 38m and costs €12 - €25.

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

The bus from ATU Galway to Castlebar takes 1h 38m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Galway to Castlebar bus from?

Galway to Castlebar bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from ATU Galway station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Castlebar train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Castlebar?

The best way to get from Galway to Castlebar is to bus which takes 1h 38m and costs €12 - €25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Galway to Castlebar bus arrive?

Galway to Castlebar bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Castlebar station.

Where does the Galway to Castlebar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Castlebar?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Castlebar is 77 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Galway to Castlebar.

Where can I stay near Castlebar?

There are 244+ hotels available in Castlebar.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Castlebarbus 430
1h 38m
€12–25
Train
1. Take the train from Galway to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Athlone to Castlebartrain Re / ...
3h 34m
€18–26
Drive 76.5 km
1. Drive from Galway to Castlebarcar 76.5 km
1h 8m
€13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galway to Castlebartaxi 76.5 km
1h 8m
€110–140

Galway to Castlebar by bus

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Distance: 87 km
Duration: 1h 38m

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

Citylink operates a bus from ATU Galway to Castlebar every 4 hours. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Bus Éireann also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Castlebar via Athlone in around 3h 34m.

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