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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Clonegal is to train and bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Clonegal is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Clonegal?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Clonegal. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Stn and arriving at Kildavin via Heuston Station and Carlow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Clonegal?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Clonegal. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Muine Bheag via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Galway to Clonegal?

The distance between Galway and Clonegal is 245 km. The road distance is 204.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Clonegal without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs €60 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Galway to Clonegal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Clonegal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galway to Clonegal train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Clonegal?

The best way to get from Galway to Clonegal is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs €60 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Galway to Clonegal bus arrive?

Galway to Clonegal bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Parkgate St station.

Where does the Galway to Clonegal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Clonegal?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Clonegal is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Galway to Clonegal.

Where can I stay near Clonegal?

There are 108+ hotels available in Clonegal.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Galway to Clonegal by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galway to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Muine Bheagtrain Re / ...
4h 13m
€60–84
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Galway to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Carlowtrain Re / ...
3. Take the bus from Carlow to Kildavinbus 481 / ...
5h 14m
€32–46
Train, bus via Athlone
1. Take the train from Galway to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Carlow Bus Stnbus 73
3. Take the bus from Carlow to Kildavinbus 481 / ...
5h 56m
€42–58
Drive 204.4 km
1. Drive from Galway to Clonegalcar 204.4 km
2h 49m
€35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Parkgate Stbus 761 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736
3. Take the bus from Carlow to Kildavinbus 481 / ...
6h 24m
€40–55

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Map of how to get from Galway to Clonegal.

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Distance: 244.6 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Galway to Clonegal via Kildare and Muine Bheag in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Clonegal via Parkgate St, Heuston Station, Carlow Bus Stn, Carlow, and Kildavin in around 6h 24m.

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