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

The cheapest way to get from Oughterard to Cong is to train which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oughterard to Cong is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Oughterard and Cong?

No, there is no direct bus from Oughterard to Cong. However, there are services departing from Castlewarden and arriving at Cong via Crampton Quay and Claremorris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Oughterard and Cong?

No, there is no direct train from Oughterard to Cong. However, there are services departing from Dublin Heuston and arriving at Claremorris via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Oughterard to Cong?

The distance between Oughterard and Cong is 282 km. The road distance is 214.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Oughterard to Cong without a car is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Oughterard to Cong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oughterard to Cong bus from?

Oughterard to Cong bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Crampton Quay station.

Where do I catch the Oughterard to Cong train from?

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

Train or bus from Oughterard to Cong?

The best way to get from Oughterard to Cong is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Oughterard to Cong bus arrive?

Oughterard to Cong bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Claremorris station.

Where does the Oughterard to Cong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oughterard to Cong?

Yes, the driving distance between Oughterard to Cong is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Oughterard to Cong.

Where can I stay near Cong?

There are 131+ hotels available in Cong.

Oughterard to Cong - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 421 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Oughterard to Cong by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Claremorristrain 804 / ...
5h 48m
€32–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Claremorrisbus 721
6h 17m
€33–44
Drive 214.9 km
1. Drive from Oughterard to Congcar 214.9 km
2h 50m
€37–53
Train via Athlone
1. Take the train from Hazelhatch to Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Athlone to Claremorristrain 810 / ...
5h 49m
€34–49
Bus, line 421 bus, line 431 bus
1. Take the bus from Peamount Rd to Maynooth Stationbus W6
2. Take the bus from Maynooth Station to Swinfordbus 22
3. Take the bus from Swinford to Claremorrisbus 421 / ...
4. Take the bus from Claremorris to Congbus 431
7h 35m
€50–71

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Distance: 282 km
Duration: 5h 48m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Claremorris every 4 hours. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, Citylink operates a bus from Crampton Quay to Claremorris every 4 hours. Tickets cost €20–28 and the journey takes 3h.

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