What is the cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Bandon?

The cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Bandon is to bus via Galway which costs €30 - €55 and takes 6h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Castlebar to Bandon?

The fastest way to get from Castlebar to Bandon is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Castlebar and Bandon?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlebar to Bandon. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Bandon via Galway Coach Station and Cork Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Castlebar to Bandon?

The distance between Castlebar and Bandon is 408 km. The road distance is 288.9 km.

How do I travel from Castlebar to Bandon without a car?

The best way to get from Castlebar to Bandon without a car is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs €40 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Castlebar to Bandon?

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Castlebar to Bandon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Bandon bus from?

Castlebar to Bandon bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Castlebar station.

Train or bus from Castlebar to Bandon?

The best way to get from Castlebar to Bandon is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus via Galway, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Castlebar to Bandon bus arrive?

Castlebar to Bandon bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Galway Ceannt Station.

Can I drive from Castlebar to Bandon?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlebar to Bandon is 289 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Castlebar to Bandon.

Where can I stay near Bandon?

There are 227+ hotels available in Bandon.

Castlebar to Bandon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Castlebar to Bandon 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 Castlebar to Portarlington803 / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to CorkIc
6h 43m
€41–61
Bus via Galway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Galway Ceannt Station52 / ...
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork Anderson's Quay251 / ...
6h 49m
€33–51
Drive 288.9 km
1. Drive from Castlebar to Bandon288.9 km
3h 34m
€49–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way to Galway, Bus Station52
2. Take the bus from Galway, Bus Station to Cork Bus Station Parnell Place51
8h 34m
€46–66

Castlebar to Bandon by train and bus

7Weekly Services

6h 43mAverage Duration

€41Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Castlebar to Bandon.

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Distance: 408.2 km
Duration: 6h 43m

What companies run services between Castlebar, Ireland and Bandon, Ireland?

You can take a train from Castlebar to Bandon via Portarlington, Cork, Summerhill North, MacCurtain Street, and Cork Bus Station in around 6h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlebar to Bandon via Galway Ceannt Station, Galway Coach Station, Cork Anderson's Quay, and Cork Bus Station in around 6h 49m.

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