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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Rathdowney is to bus which costs €13 - €24 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Rathdowney is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Rathdowney?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Rathdowney. However, there are services departing from Merchants Rd and arriving at Rathdowney via Birr and Roscrea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Rathdowney?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Rathdowney. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Ballybrophy via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Galway to Rathdowney?

The distance between Galway and Rathdowney is 197 km. The road distance is 123.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Rathdowney without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs €17 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Galway to Rathdowney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Rathdowney bus from?

Galway to Rathdowney bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, depart from Merchants Rd station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Rathdowney train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Rathdowney?

The best way to get from Galway to Rathdowney is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs €17 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €24 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Galway to Rathdowney bus arrive?

Galway to Rathdowney bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, arrive at Birr station.

Where does the Galway to Rathdowney train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Rathdowney?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Rathdowney is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Galway to Rathdowney.

Where can I stay near Rathdowney?

There are 39+ hotels available in Rathdowney.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galway to Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Ballybrophytrain Re
4h 46m
€18–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merchants Rd to Birrbus 844
2. Take the bus from Roscrea to Rathdowneybus Ls16
4h 57m
€13–23
Drive 123.9 km
1. Drive from Galway to Rathdowneycar 123.9 km
1h 55m
€21–31
Train via Limerick
1. Take the train from Galway to Limericktrain Ic
2. Take the train from Limerick to Ballybrophytrain Ic / ...
6h 3m
€20–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the train from Limerick to Ballybrophytrain Ic / ...
6h 21m
€27–43

Galway to Rathdowney by train and bus

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4h 46mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197.1 km
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Galway to Rathdowney via Portarlington, Ballybrophy, and Ballybrophy in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merchants Rd to Rathdowney via Birr, Roscrea Aby St, and Roscrea in around 4h 57m.

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