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How to get fromGalway to Killarneyby bus, train, or car

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

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  1. Bus

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    1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Henry Streetbus bus 251
    2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Killarney Missionbus bus 300
    4h 17m
    €24–34

  2. Train

    1. Take the train from Galway to Limericktrain train Ic
    2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Mallowtrain train Ic / ...
    3. Take the train from Mallow to Killarneytrain train Ic
    5h 23m
    €27–40

  3. Drive  201.7 km

    1. Drive from Galway to Killarneycar car 201.7 km
    2h 32m
    €36–51

  4. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Galway to Limericktrain train Ic
    2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Killarney Bus Stnbus bus 14
    5h 2m
    €28–39

Galway to Killarney by bus and foot

Calendar56Weekly Services
Duration4h 17mAverage Duration
Ticket€24Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 206.9 km
  • Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Killarney Mission via Henry Street and Limerick Arthurs Qy in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Killarney via Limerick, Limerick Junction, and Mallow in around 5h 23m.

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