What is the cheapest way to get from Galway to The Curragh?

The cheapest way to get from Galway to The Curragh is to train which costs €17 - €24 and takes 4h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galway to The Curragh?

The fastest way to get from Galway to The Curragh is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and The Curragh?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to The Curragh. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Stn and arriving at Curragh Camp via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and The Curragh?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to The Curragh. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Newbridge via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Galway to The Curragh?

The distance between Galway and The Curragh is 173 km. The road distance is 169.4 km.

How do I travel from Galway to The Curragh without a car?

The best way to get from Galway to The Curragh without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs €17 - €24.

How long does it take to get from Galway to The Curragh?

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Galway to The Curragh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to The Curragh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galway to The Curragh train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to The Curragh?

The best way to get from Galway to The Curragh is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs €17 - €24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €30 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Galway to The Curragh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galway to The Curragh train arrive?

Galway to The Curragh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Newbridge station.

Can I drive from Galway to The Curragh?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to The Curragh is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Galway to The Curragh.

Where can I stay near The Curragh?

There are 145+ hotels available in The Curragh.

Galway to The Curragh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 726 bus

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Galway to Newbridgetrain Ic / ...
4h 20m
€18–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Parkgate Stbus 761 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Curragh Campbus 126 / ...
5h 1m
€22–29
Drive 169.4 km
1. Drive from Galway to The Curraghcar 169.4 km
2h 11m
€30–43
Bus, line 726 bus
1. Take the bus from Merchants Rd to Birrbus 844
2. Take the bus from Birr to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 823
3. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Curragh Racecrsebus 726
5h 4m
€20–26

Galway to The Curragh by train and bus

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4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.1 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and The Curragh, IE-KE, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Galway to Newbridge 3 times a day. Tickets cost €14–21 and the journey takes 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Curragh Camp via Parkgate St and Heuston Station in around 5h 1m.

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