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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Castlerea is to bus which costs €9 - €16 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Castlerea is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs €12 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Castlerea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Páirc Miondíolaíochta Thír Oileáin and arriving at Castlerea. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Castlerea?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Castlerea. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Castlerea via Athlone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Galway to Castlerea?

The distance between Galway and Castlerea is 74 km. The road distance is 75.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Castlerea without a car is to bus which takes 1h 12m and costs €9 - €16.

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

The bus from Páirc Miondíolaíochta Thír Oileáin to Castlerea takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Galway to Castlerea bus from?

Galway to Castlerea bus services, operated by Westlink Coaches, depart from Páirc Miondíolaíochta Thír Oileáin station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Castlerea train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Castlerea?

The best way to get from Galway to Castlerea is to bus which takes 1h 12m and costs €9 - €16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €20 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Galway to Castlerea bus arrive?

Galway to Castlerea bus services, operated by Westlink Coaches, arrive at Castlerea station.

Where does the Galway to Castlerea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Castlerea?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Castlerea is 76 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Galway to Castlerea.

Where can I stay near Castlerea?

There are 45+ hotels available in Castlerea.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Galway to Castlerea 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 Páirc Miondíolaíochta Thír Oileáin to Castlereabus Ng05
1h 12m
€9–16
Train
1. Take the train from Galway to Athlonetrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Athlone to Castlereatrain Re
3h 4m
€14–20
Drive 75.7 km
1. Drive from Galway to Castlereacar 75.7 km
1h 8m
€13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galway to Castlereataxi 75.7 km
1h 8m
€110–140

Galway to Castlerea by bus

19Weekly Buses

1h 12mAverage Duration

€9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.2 km
Duration: 1h 12m

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

Westlink Coaches operates a bus from Páirc Miondíolaíochta Thír Oileáin to Castlerea twice daily. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Bus Éireann also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Castlerea via Athlone in around 3h 4m.

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