What is the cheapest way to get from Galway to Slieve Donard?

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Slieve Donard is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galway to Slieve Donard?

The fastest way to get from Galway to Slieve Donard is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Slieve Donard?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Slieve Donard. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Stn and arriving at Mc Clures via Dublin Airport T1 and Grand Central Station Stand 21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Slieve Donard?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Slieve Donard. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Newry via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Galway to Slieve Donard?

The distance between Galway and Slieve Donard is 225 miles. The road distance is 176.1 miles.

How do I travel from Galway to Slieve Donard without a car?

The best way to get from Galway to Slieve Donard without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £110 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Galway to Slieve Donard?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Galway to Slieve Donard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Slieve Donard bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galway to Slieve Donard train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Slieve Donard?

The best way to get from Galway to Slieve Donard is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £110 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Galway to Slieve Donard bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galway to Slieve Donard train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Slieve Donard?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Slieve Donard is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Galway to Slieve Donard.

Where can I stay near Slieve Donard?

There are 349+ hotels available in Slieve Donard.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Galway to Slieve Donard 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 21m
£114–151
Drive 175.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galway to Slieve Donardcar 175.1 mi
3h 46m
£43–62
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 Mc Cluresbus 237 / ...
7h 17m

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Distance: 224 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Slieve Donard, Newry Mourne and Down, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Galway to Slieve Donard via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Newry in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Slieve Donard via Dublin Airport T1, Grand Central Station Stand 11, Grand Central Station Stand 21, and Mc Clures in around 7h 17m.

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