What is the cheapest way to get from Mallow to Cong?

The cheapest way to get from Mallow to Cong is to train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mallow to Cong?

The fastest way to get from Mallow to Cong is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Mallow and Cong?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallow to Cong. However, there are services departing from Mallow and arriving at Cong via Galway Ceannt and Headford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Mallow and Cong?

No, there is no direct train from Mallow to Cong. However, there are services departing from Mallow and arriving at Claremorris via Portlaoise, Portarlington and Athlone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Mallow to Cong?

The distance between Mallow and Cong is 227 km. The road distance is 194.2 km.

How do I travel from Mallow to Cong without a car?

The best way to get from Mallow to Cong without a car is to bus which takes 6h 39m and costs €45 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Mallow to Cong?

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Mallow to Cong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallow to Cong bus from?

Mallow to Cong bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Mallow station.

Where do I catch the Mallow to Cong train from?

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

Train or bus from Mallow to Cong?

The best way to get from Mallow to Cong is to bus which takes 6h 39m and costs €45 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Mallow to Cong bus arrive?

Mallow to Cong bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Galway Ceannt station.

Where does the Mallow to Cong train arrive?

Mallow to Cong train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portlaoise station.

Can I drive from Mallow to Cong?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallow to Cong is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Mallow to Cong.

Where can I stay near Cong?

There are 131+ hotels available in Cong.

Mallow to Cong - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Mallow to Cong by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mallow to Galway Ceanntbus 51
6h 39m
€46–63
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mallow to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Athlone to Claremorristrain 810 / ...
6h 50m
€31–47
Drive 194.2 km
1. Drive from Mallow to Congcar 194.2 km
2h 22m
€34–48
Bus via An Cheathrú Rua
1. Take the bus from Mallow to Galway Ceanntbus 51
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to An Cheathrú Ruabus 424
3. Take the bus from An Cheathrú Rua to Congbus 431
7h 35m
€38–52

Mallow to Cong by bus

21Weekly Buses

6h 39mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.1 km
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Mallow, Ireland and Cong, IE-MO, Ireland?

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Mallow to Galway Ceannt every 2 hours. Tickets cost €23–35 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mallow to Cong via Portlaoise, Portarlington, Athlone, Claremorris, and Claremorris Stn in around 6h 50m.

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