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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Castlerock is to bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 8h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Castlerock is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Castlerock?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Castlerock. However, there are services departing from Galway Cathdrl and arriving at Castlerock Orange Hall via Ballybofey, Foyle Street Bus Station and Limavady Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Castlerock?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Castlerock. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Castlerock via Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

How far is it from Galway to Castlerock?

The distance between Galway and Castlerock is 214 miles. The road distance is 191.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Castlerock without a car is to bus via Ballybofey which takes 8h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 39m to get from Galway to Castlerock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Castlerock bus from?

Galway to Castlerock bus services, operated by Bus Feda Teoranta, depart from Galway Cathdrl station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Castlerock train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Castlerock?

The best way to get from Galway to Castlerock is to bus via Ballybofey which takes 8h 39m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 9h 29m.

Where does the Galway to Castlerock bus arrive?

Galway to Castlerock bus services, operated by Bus Feda Teoranta, arrive at Ballybofey station.

Where does the Galway to Castlerock train arrive?

Galway to Castlerock train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Galway to Castlerock?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Castlerock is 192 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Galway to Castlerock.

Where can I stay near Castlerock?

There are 753+ hotels available in Castlerock.

Galway to Castlerock - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Galway to Castlerock 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 Ballybofey
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Cathdrl to Ballybofeybus 964
2. Take the bus from Ballybofey to Ulsterbus Depotbus 64
8h 39m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Ulsterbus Depotbus 64
8h 41m
£26–40
Train
1. Take the train from Galway to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Castlerocktrain
9h 29m
£46–67
Drive 190.7 mi
1. Drive from Galway to Castlerockcar 190.7 mi
4h 20m
£47–68
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Airport Zone 11bus 760 / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218
8h 54m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Galway to Castlerock.

Launch map view

Distance: 212.3 mi
Duration: 8h 39m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Castlerock, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Galway Cathdrl to Castlerock Orange Hall via Ballybofey, Foyle Street Bus Station, and Limavady Bus Station in around 8h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Castlerock via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Great Central in around 9h 29m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.