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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Thomastown is to train which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Thomastown is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Thomastown?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Thomastown. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Stn and arriving at Kilkenny Stn via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Thomastown?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Thomastown. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Thomastown via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Galway to Thomastown?

The distance between Galway and Thomastown is 258 km. The road distance is 179.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Thomastown without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Galway to Thomastown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Thomastown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galway to Thomastown train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Thomastown?

The best way to get from Galway to Thomastown is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Galway to Thomastown bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galway to Thomastown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Thomastown?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Thomastown is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Galway to Thomastown.

Where can I stay near Thomastown?

There are 179+ hotels available in Thomastown.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Galway to Thomastown 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 Thomastowntrain Re / ...
4h 31m
€23–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Galway to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Thomastownbus 73
5h 39m
€34–46
Drive 179.3 km
1. Drive from Galway to Thomastowncar 179.3 km
2h 38m
€31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Parkgate Stbus 761 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Kilkenny Stnbus 717
5h 59m
€30–44

Galway to Thomastown by train

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Distance: 257.7 km
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Thomastown, IE-KK, Ireland?

You can take a train from Galway to Thomastown via Kildare in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Thomastown via Parkgate St, Heuston Station, Kilkenny Stn, and Kilkenny in around 5h 59m.

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