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 €27 - €45 and takes 2h 37m.

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 37m and costs €27 - €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 Limerick Colbert Station and Clonmel Showgrounds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Galway to Callan?

The distance between Galway and Callan is 258 km. The road distance is 165.3 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 train which takes 5h 30m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m 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 train which takes 5h 30m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus via Limerick, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Galway to Callan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Callan?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Callan is 165 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Galway to Callan.

Where can I stay near Callan?

There are 129+ 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 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 Galway to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
5h 30m
€29–42
Drive 165.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Galway to Callancar 165.3 km
2h 37m
€28–41
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Henry Streetbus 251
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Clonmel Showgroundsbus 55
5h 40m
€35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Clonmel Showgroundsbus 55
6h 17m
€40–56

Galway to Callan by train and bus

28Weekly Services

5h 30mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Galway to Callan.

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Distance: 258 km
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Galway to Callan via Kildare, Kilkenny, and Kilkenny MacDonagh Station in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galway Coach Station to Callan via Henry Street, Limerick Colbert Station, and Clonmel Showgrounds in around 5h 40m.

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