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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Thurles is to bus which costs €14 - €20 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Thurles is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Thurles?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Merchants Rd and arriving at Thurles via Birr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Thurles?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Thurles via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Galway to Thurles?

The distance between Galway and Thurles is 213 km. The road distance is 130.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Thurles without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs €19 - €29.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Galway to Thurles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Thurles bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galway to Thurles train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Thurles?

The best way to get from Galway to Thurles is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs €19 - €29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €20 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Galway to Thurles bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galway to Thurles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Thurles?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Thurles is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Galway to Thurles.

Where can I stay near Thurles?

There are 81+ hotels available in Thurles.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Galway to Thurles 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 Thurlestrain Re / ...
3h 47m
€20–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merchants Rd to Birrbus 844
2. Take the bus from Birr to Thurlesbus 850
3h 59m
€14–19
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the train from Limerick to Thurlestrain Re / ...
3h 58m
€24–35
Drive 130.7 km
1. Drive from Galway to Thurlescar 130.7 km
1h 55m
€23–33
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Henry Streetbus 251
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Thurlesbus 391
4h 13m
€20–28

Galway to Thurles by train

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3h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 212.7 km
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Galway to Thurles via Portarlington in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merchants Rd to Thurles via Birr in around 3h 59m.

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