What is the cheapest way to get from Ballinlough to Castlerea?

The cheapest way to get from Ballinlough to Castlerea is to train which costs €29 - €45 and takes 4h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballinlough to Castlerea?

The fastest way to get from Ballinlough to Castlerea is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Ballinlough and Castlerea?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballinlough to Castlerea. However, there are services departing from Richmond Estate and arriving at Castlerea via Cork Anderson's Quay and Galway Cathedral. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Ballinlough and Castlerea?

No, there is no direct train from Ballinlough to Castlerea. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Castlerea via Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Ballinlough to Castlerea?

The distance between Ballinlough and Castlerea is 317 km. The road distance is 252.2 km.

How do I travel from Ballinlough to Castlerea without a car?

The best way to get from Ballinlough to Castlerea without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs €29 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Ballinlough to Castlerea?

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Ballinlough to Castlerea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballinlough to Castlerea bus from?

Ballinlough to Castlerea bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Anderson's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Ballinlough to Castlerea train from?

Ballinlough to Castlerea train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cork station.

Train or bus from Ballinlough to Castlerea?

The best way to get from Ballinlough to Castlerea is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus via Galway, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Ballinlough to Castlerea bus arrive?

Ballinlough to Castlerea bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Ceannt Station.

Where does the Ballinlough to Castlerea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballinlough to Castlerea?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballinlough to Castlerea is 252 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Ballinlough to Castlerea.

Where can I stay near Castlerea?

There are 43+ hotels available in Castlerea.

Ballinlough to Castlerea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ballinlough to Castlerea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain 217 / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Castlereatrain Re
4h 58m
€29–42
Bus via Galway
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Cathedral to Castlereabus Ng05
6h 16m
€33–56
Drive 252.2 km
1. Drive from Ballinlough to Castlereacar 252.2 km
3h 5m
€42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Castlereabus 429
6h 42m
€32–55

Ballinlough to Castlerea by train

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4h 58mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Ballinlough to Castlerea.

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Distance: 317.2 km
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Ballinlough, IE-CO, Ireland and Castlerea, Ireland?

You can take a train from Cork to Castlerea via Portlaoise and Portarlington in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Richmond Estate to Castlerea via Merchants Quay, Cork Anderson's Quay, Galway Ceannt Station, and Galway Cathedral in around 6h 16m.

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