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

The cheapest way to get from Loughrea to Thurles is to bus which costs €12 - €17 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Loughrea to Thurles is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Loughrea and Thurles?

No, there is no direct bus from Loughrea to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Loughrea and arriving at Thurles via Athlone Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Loughrea and Thurles?

No, there is no direct train from Loughrea to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Thurles via Portarlington and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Loughrea to Thurles?

The distance between Loughrea and Thurles is 250 km. The road distance is 94.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Loughrea to Thurles without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Loughrea to Thurles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loughrea to Thurles bus from?

Loughrea to Thurles bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Galway, depart from Loughrea station.

Where do I catch the Loughrea to Thurles train from?

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

Train or bus from Loughrea to Thurles?

The best way to get from Loughrea to Thurles is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €17 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Loughrea to Thurles bus arrive?

Loughrea to Thurles bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Galway, arrive at Athlone Stn station.

Where does the Loughrea to Thurles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Loughrea to Thurles?

Yes, the driving distance between Loughrea to Thurles is 94 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Loughrea to Thurles.

Where can I stay near Thurles?

There are 82+ hotels available in Thurles.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Loughrea 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 Portlaoise to Thurlestrain Ic / ...
4h 40m
€29–44
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Loughrea to Athlone Stnbus 548
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Thurlesbus 850
5h 16m
€12–17
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Oranmore North to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the train from Limerick to Thurlestrain Re / ...
5h 13m
€32–46
Drive 94.1 km
1. Drive from Loughrea to Thurlescar 94.1 km
1h 25m
€16–24
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Henry Streetbus 251
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Thurlesbus 391
5h 38m

Loughrea to Thurles by bus and train

56Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.6 km
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Loughrea to Thurles via Galway Coach Stn, Galway, Portarlington, and Portlaoise in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Loughrea to Thurles via Athlone Stn in around 5h 16m.

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