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

The cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Galway is to bus which costs €10 - €22 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlebar to Galway is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs €12 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Castlebar and Galway?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Castlebar and arriving at Galway Ceannt Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Castlebar and Galway?

No, there is no direct train from Castlebar to Galway. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Galway via Athlone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Castlebar to Galway?

The distance between Castlebar and Galway is 91 km. The road distance is 76.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlebar to Galway without a car is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs €10 - €22.

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

The bus from Castlebar to Galway Ceannt Station takes 1h 55m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Galway bus from?

Castlebar to Galway bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Castlebar station.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Galway train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlebar to Galway?

The best way to get from Castlebar to Galway is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs €10 - €22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Castlebar to Galway bus arrive?

Castlebar to Galway bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Galway Ceannt Station.

Where does the Castlebar to Galway train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlebar to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlebar to Galway is 76 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Castlebar to Galway.

Where can I stay near Galway?

There are 558+ hotels available in Galway.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Castlebar to Galway by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Galway Ceannt Station52
1h 55m
€10–22
Train
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Athlone803 / ...
2. Take the train from Athlone to GalwayIc / ...
3h 37m
€18–26
Drive 76.2 km
1. Drive from Castlebar to Galway76.2 km
1h 6m
€13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castlebar to Galway76.2 km
1h 6m
€110–140

Castlebar to Galway by bus

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Distance: 90.6 km
Duration: 1h 55m

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

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Castlebar to Galway Ceannt Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €16–22 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Castlebar to Galway via Athlone in around 3h 37m.

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