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

The cheapest way to get from Effin to Galway is to bus which costs €21 - €29 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Effin to Galway is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Effin and Galway?

No, there is no direct bus from Effin to Galway station. However, there are services departing from Ballyshonakin and arriving at Galway Ceannt Station via Charleville and Henry Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Effin to Galway?

The distance between Effin and Galway is 196 km. The road distance is 135.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Effin to Galway without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Effin to Galway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Effin to Galway bus from?

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

Train or bus from Effin to Galway?

The best way to get from Effin to Galway is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus via Limerick, which costs €18 - €35 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Effin to Galway bus arrive?

Effin to Galway bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert Station.

Can I drive from Effin to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Effin to Galway is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Effin to Galway.

Where can I stay near Galway?

There are 558+ hotels available in Galway.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Effin 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 Charleville to LimerickIc / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick to GalwayIc
4h 5m
€33–43
Bus via Limerick
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Charleville to Limerick Colbert Station51
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Galway Ceannt Station251
4h 11m
€18–34
Drive 135.7 km
1. Drive from Effin to Galway135.7 km
1h 42m
€23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charleville to Galway Ceannt Station51
4h 35m
€21–29

Effin to Galway by bus and foot

1Weekly Services

4h 11mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 196.2 km
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a vehicle from Effin to Galway via Charleville and Limerick in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballyshonakin to Galway Ceannt Station via Charleville, Limerick Colbert Station, and Henry Street in around 4h 11m.

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