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

The cheapest way to get from Tralee to Thurles is to bus which costs €17 - €25 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tralee to Thurles is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Tralee and Thurles?

No, there is no direct bus from Tralee to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Tralee Prnce's St and arriving at Thurles via Limerick Arthurs Qy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Tralee and Thurles?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tralee and arriving at Thurles. Services depart six times a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Tralee to Thurles?

The distance between Tralee and Thurles is 193 km. The road distance is 162.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Tralee to Thurles without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €17 - €24.

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

The train from Tralee to Thurles takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Tralee to Thurles bus from?

Tralee to Thurles bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Tralee Prnce's St station.

Where do I catch the Tralee to Thurles train from?

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

Train or bus from Tralee to Thurles?

The best way to get from Tralee to Thurles is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €17 - €24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €25 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Tralee to Thurles bus arrive?

Tralee to Thurles bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Limerick Arthurs Qy station.

Where does the Tralee to Thurles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tralee to Thurles?

Yes, the driving distance between Tralee to Thurles is 163 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Tralee to Thurles.

Where can I stay near Thurles?

There are 81+ hotels available in Thurles.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tralee to Thurlestrain Ic
2h 25m
€17–24
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tralee Bus Station to Limerick Colbertbus 13
2. Take the train from Limerick to Thurlestrain Re / ...
3h 48m
€23–33
Drive 162.7 km
1. Drive from Tralee to Thurlescar 162.7 km
2h 13m
€28–41
Train via Mallow
1. Take the train from Tralee to Mallowtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Mallow to Thurlestrain Ic / ...
2h 54m
€18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tralee Prnce's St to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 300
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Thurlesbus 391
4h 21m
€17–24

Tralee to Thurles by train

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Distance: 192.9 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Tralee to Thurles 6 times a week. Tickets cost €17–24 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tralee Prnce's St to Thurles via Limerick Arthurs Qy in around 4h 21m.

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