What is the cheapest way to get from Galway to Newcastle, County Down?

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Newcastle, County Down is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galway to Newcastle, County Down?

The fastest way to get from Galway to Newcastle, County Down is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Newcastle, County Down?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Newcastle, County Down. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Stn and arriving at Mc Clures via Dublin Airport T1 and Grand Central Station Stand 21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Newcastle, County Down?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Newcastle, County Down. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Newry via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Galway to Newcastle, County Down?

The distance between Galway and Newcastle, County Down is 223 miles. The road distance is 173.8 miles.

How do I travel from Galway to Newcastle, County Down without a car?

The best way to get from Galway to Newcastle, County Down without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £100 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Galway to Newcastle, County Down?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Galway to Newcastle, County Down, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Newcastle, County Down bus from?

Galway to Newcastle, County Down bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Stn station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Newcastle, County Down train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Newcastle, County Down?

The best way to get from Galway to Newcastle, County Down is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Galway to Newcastle, County Down bus arrive?

Galway to Newcastle, County Down bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Airport Zone 11 station.

Where does the Galway to Newcastle, County Down train arrive?

Galway to Newcastle, County Down train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Galway to Newcastle, County Down?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Newcastle, County Down is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Galway to Newcastle, County Down.

Where can I stay near Newcastle, County Down?

There are 350+ hotels available in Newcastle, County Down.

Galway to Newcastle, County Down - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Galway to Newcastle, County Down by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galway to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Newrytrain Ic / ...
5h 9m
£109–141
Drive 172.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galway to Newcastle, County Downcar 172.8 mi
3h 34m
£42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Airport Zone 11bus 760 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Mc Cluresbus 237 / ...
7h 6m

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Distance: 221.7 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Newcastle, County Down, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Galway to Newcastle, County Down via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Newry in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Newcastle, County Down via Dublin Airport T1, Grand Central Station Stand 11, Grand Central Station Stand 21, and Mc Clures in around 7h 6m.

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