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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Maynooth is to train which costs €21 - €28 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Maynooth is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Maynooth?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway station to Maynooth. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Station and arriving at Maynooth University via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Galway to Maynooth?

The distance between Galway and Maynooth is 228 km. The road distance is 184.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Maynooth without a car is to bus via Parkgate Street which takes 3h 14m and costs €24 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Galway to Maynooth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Maynooth bus from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Maynooth?

The best way to get from Galway to Maynooth is to bus via Parkgate Street which takes 3h 14m and costs €24 - €35. Alternatively, you can train via Portarlington, which costs €20 - €29 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Galway to Maynooth bus arrive?

Galway to Maynooth bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Parkgate Street station.

Can I drive from Galway to Maynooth?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Maynooth is 184 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Galway to Maynooth.

Where can I stay near Maynooth?

There are 917+ hotels available in Maynooth.

Galway to Maynooth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 139 bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Galway to Maynooth 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 Parkgate Street
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Parkgate Streetbus 761 / ...
3h 14m
€24–34
Train via Portarlington
cheapest
1. Take the train from Galway to Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Hazelhatchtrain 207 / ...
3h 49m
€21–29
Train, line 139 bus
1. Take the train from Galway to Sallinstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Sallins Station to Maynoothbus 139
3h 19m
€23–32
Drive 184.1 km
1. Drive from Galway to Maynoothcar 184.1 km
1h 54m
€31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Enfieldbus 763
3h 40m
€22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Galway to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
4h 58m
€21–28

Galway to Maynooth by bus

214Weekly Buses

3h 14mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Galway to Maynooth.

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Distance: 228.3 km
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Citylink operates a bus from Galway Coach Station to Parkgate Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Manor Mills SC via Portarlington, Hazelhatch, and Hazelhatch Station in around 3h 49m.

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