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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Laytown is to train which costs €24 - €35 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Laytown is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Laytown?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway station to Laytown. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Station and arriving at Laytown Village via Dublin Airport Zone 13 and Drogheda Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Laytown?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Laytown. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Laytown via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Galway to Laytown?

The distance between Galway and Laytown is 267 km. The road distance is 218.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Laytown without a car is to bus which takes 3h 54m and costs €29 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Galway to Laytown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Laytown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galway to Laytown train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Laytown?

The best way to get from Galway to Laytown is to bus which takes 3h 54m and costs €29 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €24 - €35 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Galway to Laytown bus arrive?

Galway to Laytown bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 11 station.

Where does the Galway to Laytown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Laytown?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Laytown is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Galway to Laytown.

Where can I stay near Laytown?

There are 123+ hotels available in Laytown.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Galway to Laytown 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
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Dublin Airport Zone 11bus 760 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Stationbus 100X
3h 54m
€30–51
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Galway to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Laytowntrain Re / ...
4h 5m
€24–34
Drive 218.4 km
1. Drive from Galway to Laytowncar 218.4 km
2h 39m
€37–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Galway to Athlonetrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Drogheda Bus Stationbus 190
6h 18m
€26–39

Galway to Laytown by bus

417Weekly Buses

3h 54mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Galway to Laytown.

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Distance: 267.4 km
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Galway Coach Station to Laytown Village via Dublin Airport Zone 13 and Drogheda Bus Station in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Laytown via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, and Dublin Connolly in around 4h 5m.

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