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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Portlaw is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Portlaw is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Portlaw?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Portlaw. However, there are services departing from Galway Ceannt and arriving at Portlaw George's via Limerick Colbert and Carrick-on-Suir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Portlaw?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Portlaw. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Waterford via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Galway to Portlaw?

The distance between Galway and Portlaw is 232 km. The road distance is 210.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Portlaw without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 3m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Galway to Portlaw, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Portlaw bus from?

Galway to Portlaw bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Galway Ceannt station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Portlaw train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Portlaw?

The best way to get from Galway to Portlaw is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €65 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Galway to Portlaw bus arrive?

Galway to Portlaw bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Galway to Portlaw train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Portlaw?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Portlaw is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Galway to Portlaw.

Where can I stay near Portlaw?

There are 142+ hotels available in Portlaw.

Galway to Portlaw - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Galway to Portlaw by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Galway to Limericktrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Carrick-on-Suirbus 55
6h 3m
€38–53
Drive 210.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Galway to Portlawcar 210.1 km
2h 38m
€36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Galway to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Waterfordtrain Re / ...
6h 35m
€37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Carrick-on-Suirbus 55
6h 21m
€45–63
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Henry Streetbus 251
2. Take the bus from UL East Gate to Carrick-on-Suirbus Ul18
6h 24m

Galway to Portlaw by train and bus

49Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.3 km
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a train from Galway to Queen St Lwr via Kildare, Waterford, and The Clock Tower in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galway Ceannt to Portlaw George's via Limerick Colbert and Carrick-on-Suir in around 6h 21m.

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