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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Callan is to train which costs €24 - €35 and takes 5h 35m.

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 €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Callan?

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

Is there a direct train between Galway and Callan?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Callan. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Kilkenny via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Galway to Callan?

The distance between Galway and Callan is 344 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 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 Stn station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Callan train from?

Galway to Callan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Galway 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 €24 - €35 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Galway to Callan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galway to Callan train arrive?

Galway to Callan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare 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 141+ hotels available in Callan.

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

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

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Bus via Dublin
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Parkgate Stbus 761 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Callanbus 717
5h 20m
€30–41
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Galway to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
5h 35m
€24–35
Drive 165.3 km
1. Drive from Galway to Callancar 165.3 km
2h 37m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Clonmel Showgsbus 55
6h 17m
€36–50

Galway to Callan by bus

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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 Stn to Callan via Parkgate St and Heuston Station in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Callan via Kildare, Kilkenny, and Kilkenny Stn in around 5h 35m.

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