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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Paulstown is to train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Paulstown is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Paulstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Paulstown. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Stn and arriving at Paulstown M9 via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Paulstown?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Paulstown. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Muine Bheag via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Galway to Paulstown?

The distance between Galway and Paulstown is 223 km. The road distance is 179 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Paulstown without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Galway to Paulstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Paulstown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galway to Paulstown train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Paulstown?

The best way to get from Galway to Paulstown is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €40 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Galway to Paulstown bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galway to Paulstown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Paulstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Paulstown is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Galway to Paulstown.

Where can I stay near Paulstown?

There are 111+ hotels available in Paulstown.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galway to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Muine Bheagtrain Re / ...
3h 59m
€22–32
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Galway to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Paulstownbus 73
4h 46m
€30–46
Drive 179 km
1. Drive from Galway to Paulstowncar 179 km
2h 32m
€31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Parkgate Stbus 761 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Paulstown M9bus 736 / ...
5h 2m
€27–38

Galway to Paulstown by train and bus

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4h 46mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 223 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Galway to Paulstown via Kildare, Muine Bheag, and Bagenalstown in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Paulstown M9 via Parkgate St and Heuston Station in around 5h 2m.

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