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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Fethard is to bus via Birr which costs €23 - €35 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Fethard is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Fethard?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway station to Fethard. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Station and arriving at Fethard via Limerick Colbert Station and Gladstone Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Galway to Fethard?

The distance between Galway and Fethard is 242 km. The road distance is 159.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Fethard without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €60 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Galway to Fethard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Fethard bus from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Fethard?

The best way to get from Galway to Fethard is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €60 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Galway to Fethard bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Fethard?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Fethard is 160 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Galway to Fethard.

Where can I stay near Fethard?

There are 78+ hotels available in Fethard.

Galway to Fethard - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Galway to Fethard 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 Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Thurlestrain Re / ...
4h 44m
€61–86
Bus via Birr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merchants Road to Birrbus 844
2. Take the bus from Birr to Thurlesbus 850
3. Take the bus from Thurles to Fethardbus 393 / ...
5h 54m
€23–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Henry Streetbus 251
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Clonmel Stationbus 55
5h 32m
€34–48
Drive 159.6 km
1. Drive from Galway to Fethardcar 159.6 km
2h 25m
€27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Galway to Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise Station to Urlingfordbus 858
6h 8m
€27–39
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Clonmel Stationbus 55
6h 9m
€39–54

Galway to Fethard by bus and foot

18Weekly Services

5h 32mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Galway to Fethard.

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Distance: 241.9 km
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Fethard, IE-TA, Ireland?

You can take a train from Galway to Fethard via Portarlington, Portlaoise, and Thurles in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galway Coach Station to Fethard via Henry Street, Limerick Colbert Station, Clonmel Station, and Gladstone Street in around 5h 32m.

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