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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Newcastle is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 35m.

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 3h 35m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Newcastle station. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Stn and arriving at Newcastle Bus Station 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?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Newry via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Galway to Newcastle?

The distance between Galway and Newcastle is 223 miles. The road distance is 174.1 miles.

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 5h 11m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m 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 5h 11m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Galway to Newcastle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galway to Newcastle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Newcastle is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Galway to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 360+ hotels available in Newcastle.

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There are 3 ways to get from Galway to Newcastle 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 11m
£109–141
Drive 173 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galway to Newcastlecar 173 mi
3h 35m
£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 Newcastle Bus Stationbus 520 / ...
7h 6m

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Distance: 221.6 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a train from Galway to Newcastle via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Newry in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Newcastle Bus Station via Dublin Airport T1, Grand Central Station Stand 11, and Grand Central Station Stand 21 in around 7h 6m.

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