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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Newcastle is to train which costs €20 - €29 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Newcastle is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Stn and arriving at Peamount Rd via Heuston Station and Salesian College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Hazelhatch via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Galway to Newcastle?

The distance between Galway and Newcastle is 197 km. The road distance is 196 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Newcastle without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €20 - €29.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Galway to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Newcastle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galway to Newcastle train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Galway to Newcastle is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €20 - €29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €35 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Galway to Newcastle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galway to Newcastle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Newcastle is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Galway to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

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

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

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1. Take the train from Galway to Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Hazelhatchtrain Ic / ...
3h 22m
€21–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Parkgate Stbus 761 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Salesian Collegebus C4 / ...
4h 11m
€25–32
Drive 196 km
1. Drive from Galway to Newcastlecar 196 km
2h 3m
€33–48

Galway to Newcastle by train and bus

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Distance: 196.8 km
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Newcastle, IE-D, Ireland?

You can take a train from Galway to Peamount Rd via Portarlington, Hazelhatch, and Hazelhatch Station in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Peamount Rd via Parkgate St, Heuston Station, and Salesian College in around 4h 11m.

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