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

The cheapest way to get from Thurles to Loughrea is to bus which costs €12 - €17 and takes 5h 13m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Thurles and Loughrea?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurles to Loughrea. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Loughrea via Athlone Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Thurles and Loughrea?

No, there is no direct train from Thurles to Loughrea. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Galway via Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Thurles to Loughrea?

The distance between Thurles and Loughrea is 202 km. The road distance is 94.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Thurles to Loughrea without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 49m and costs €24 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Thurles to Loughrea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Loughrea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Thurles to Loughrea train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurles to Loughrea?

The best way to get from Thurles to Loughrea is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €17 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Thurles to Loughrea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Thurles to Loughrea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurles to Loughrea?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurles to Loughrea is 95 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Thurles to Loughrea.

Where can I stay near Loughrea?

There are 49+ hotels available in Loughrea.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Thurles to Loughrea by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Thurles to Limericktrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Oranmore Northbus 51
4h 49m
€25–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thurles to Athlone Stnbus 850
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Loughreabus 548
5h 13m
€13–16
Train
1. Take the train from Thurles to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
5h 2m
€29–43
Drive 94.7 km
1. Drive from Thurles to Loughreacar 94.7 km
1h 25m
€17–24
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Thurles to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 391
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Galway Ceanntbus 251
5h 43m

Thurles to Loughrea by train and bus

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4h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 202.1 km
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a train from Thurles to Loughrea via Portlaoise, Portarlington, Galway, and Galway Coach Stn in around 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thurles to Loughrea via Athlone Stn in around 5h 13m.

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