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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Galway is to train which costs €19 - €29 and takes 3h 37m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Galway?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Galway. However, there are services departing from Peamount Rd and arriving at Galway Coach Stn via Crampton Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Galway?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Galway. However, there are services departing from Hazelhatch and arriving at Galway via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Galway?

The distance between Newcastle and Galway is 197 km. The road distance is 196 km.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Galway without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €19 - €29.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Newcastle to Galway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Galway bus from?

Newcastle to Galway bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, depart from Peamount Rd station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Galway train from?

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

Train or bus from Newcastle to Galway?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Galway is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €19 - €29. Alternatively, you can line 68 bus and bus, which costs €21 - €30 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Newcastle to Galway bus arrive?

Newcastle to Galway bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, arrive at Poolbeg Street station.

Where does the Newcastle to Galway train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newcastle to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Galway is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Newcastle to Galway.

Where can I stay near Galway?

There are 637+ hotels available in Galway.

Newcastle to Galway - 3 ways to travel via train, line 68 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Newcastle to Galway by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Hazelhatch to Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
3h 37m
€19–28
Line 68 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Peamount Rd to Poolbeg Streetbus 68
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Galway Coach Stnbus 761 / ...
4h 11m
€22–30
Drive 196 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Galwaycar 196 km
2h 2m
€33–48

Newcastle to Galway by bus and train

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3h 37mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 196.8 km
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Newcastle, IE-D, Ireland and Galway, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Peamount Rd to Galway via Hazelhatch Station, Hazelhatch, and Portarlington in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Peamount Rd to Galway Coach Stn via Poolbeg Street and Crampton Quay in around 4h 11m.

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