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

The cheapest way to get from Mountrath to Galway is to bus which costs €16 - €23 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mountrath to Galway is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Mountrath and Galway?

No, there is no direct bus from Mountrath to Galway. However, there are services departing from Mountrath and arriving at Merchants Rd via Roscrea Aby St and Birr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Mountrath and Galway?

No, there is no direct train from Mountrath to Galway. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Galway via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Mountrath to Galway?

The distance between Mountrath and Galway is 169 km. The road distance is 128.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mountrath to Galway without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs €17 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Mountrath to Galway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mountrath to Galway bus from?

Mountrath to Galway bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, depart from Birr station.

Where do I catch the Mountrath to Galway train from?

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

Train or bus from Mountrath to Galway?

The best way to get from Mountrath to Galway is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs €17 - €27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €23 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Mountrath to Galway bus arrive?

Mountrath to Galway bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, arrive at Merchants Rd station.

Where does the Mountrath to Galway train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mountrath to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Mountrath to Galway is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Mountrath to Galway.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portarlington to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
3h 18m
€18–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birr to Merchants Rdbus 844
4h 53m
€17–23
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Athlone Stnbus 73
2. Take the train from Athlone to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
4h 28m
€28–39
Drive 128.7 km
1. Drive from Mountrath to Galwaycar 128.7 km
1h 43m
€22–32

Mountrath to Galway by bus and train

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3h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.1 km
Duration: 3h 18m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portarlington to Galway hourly. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, Kearns Transport operates a bus from Birr to Merchants Rd 4 times a week. Tickets cost €8–11 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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