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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Callan is to drive which costs €28 - €45 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Callan is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Callan?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway station to Callan. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Station and arriving at Callan via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Galway to Callan?

The distance between Galway and Callan is 344 km. The road distance is 167.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Callan without a car is to bus via Dublin which takes 5h 20m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Galway to Callan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Callan bus from?

Galway to Callan bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Station.

Train or bus from Galway to Callan?

The best way to get from Galway to Callan is to bus via Dublin which takes 5h 20m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Galway to Callan bus arrive?

Galway to Callan bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Parkgate Street station.

Can I drive from Galway to Callan?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Callan is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Galway to Callan.

Where can I stay near Callan?

There are 121+ hotels available in Callan.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Galway to Callan by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Dublin
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Parkgate Street761 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Callan717
5h 20m
€32–44
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Galway to KildareRe / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to KilkennyRe / ...
5h 30m
€29–42
Drive 167.8 km
1. Drive from Galway to Callan167.8 km
2h 33m
€29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Limerick Colbert Station51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Clonmel Showgrounds55
6h 17m
€40–56

Galway to Callan by bus

70Weekly Buses

5h 20mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Galway to Callan.

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Distance: 344.1 km
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Callan, IE-KK, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Galway Coach Station to Callan via Parkgate Street and Heuston Station in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Callan via Kildare, Kilkenny, and Kilkenny MacDonagh Station in around 5h 30m.

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