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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Galway is to train which costs €18 - €28 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athy to Galway is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Galway?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Galway station. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Galway Coach Station via Crampton Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Galway?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to Galway. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Galway via Kildare and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Athy to Galway?

The distance between Athy and Galway is 183 km. The road distance is 162.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Athy to Galway without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs €18 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Athy to Galway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Galway bus from?

Athy to Galway bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, depart from Athy station.

Where do I catch the Athy to Galway train from?

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

Train or bus from Athy to Galway?

The best way to get from Athy to Galway is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs €18 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €30 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Athy to Galway bus arrive?

Athy to Galway bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Athy to Galway train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athy to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Galway is 163 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Athy to Galway.

Where can I stay near Galway?

There are 558+ hotels available in Galway.

Athy to Galway - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Portarlington to GalwayIc / ...
3h 50m
€18–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athy to Bachelors Walk130A / ...
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Galway Coach Station761 / ...
4h 36m
€21–29
Drive 162.9 km
1. Drive from Athy to Galway162.9 km
2h 12m
€28–40

Athy to Galway by train

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3h 50mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.8 km
Duration: 3h 50m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portarlington to Galway every 3 hours. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athy to Galway Coach Station via Bachelors Walk and Crampton Quay in around 4h 36m.

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