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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Connacht is to train which costs €10 - €17 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Connacht is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Connacht?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Galway Cathdrl and arriving at Roscommon. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Connacht?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Connacht. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Roscommon via Athlone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Galway to Connacht?

The distance between Galway and Connacht is 80 km. The road distance is 79 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Connacht without a car is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs €17 - €24.

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

The bus from Galway Cathdrl to Roscommon takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Galway to Connacht bus from?

Galway to Connacht bus services, operated by Roscommon Coaches, depart from Galway Cathdrl station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Connacht train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Connacht?

The best way to get from Galway to Connacht is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs €17 - €24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €10 - €17 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Galway to Connacht bus arrive?

Galway to Connacht bus services, operated by Roscommon Coaches, arrive at Roscommon station.

Where does the Galway to Connacht train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Connacht?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Connacht is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Galway to Connacht.

Where can I stay near Connacht?

There are 52+ hotels available in Connacht.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Cathdrl to Roscommonbus 433
1h 30m
€17–24
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Galway to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Athlone to Roscommontrain Ic / ...
2h 25m
€11–17
Drive 79 km
1. Drive from Galway to Roscommoncar 79 km
1h 9m
€14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galway to Roscommontaxi 79 km
1h 9m
€120–150

Galway to Connacht by bus

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1h 30mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79.8 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

Roscommon Coaches operates a bus from Galway Cathdrl to Roscommon 4 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 30m. Bus Éireann also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Roscommon via Athlone in around 2h 25m.

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