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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Portmagee is to bus via Tralee which costs €35 - €65 and takes 9h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Portmagee is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Portmagee?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway station to Portmagee. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Station and arriving at Portmagee via Limerick Colbert Station, Killarney Bus Station and Cahersiveen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Galway to Portmagee?

The distance between Galway and Portmagee is 285 km. The road distance is 262.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Portmagee without a car is to bus which takes 8h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 25m to get from Galway to Portmagee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Portmagee bus from?

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

Where does the Galway to Portmagee bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Portmagee?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Portmagee is 263 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Galway to Portmagee.

Where can I stay near Portmagee?

There are 306+ hotels available in Portmagee.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Galway to Portmagee 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 Henry Streetbus 251
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Killarney Bus Stationbus 14
3. Take the bus from Killarney Bus Station to Cahersiveenbus 280
8h 25m
Bus via Tralee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Tralee Bus Stationbus 13
3. Take the bus from Tralee Bus Station to Cahersiveenbus
9h 7m
€37–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Galway to Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Killarneytrain Ic
3. Take the bus from Killarney Bus Station to Cahersiveenbus 280
8h 59m
Drive 262.6 km
1. Drive from Galway to Portmageecar 262.6 km
3h 25m
€45–64

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Galway to Portmagee.

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Distance: 285.3 km
Duration: 8h 25m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Portmagee, IE-KY, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Galway Coach Station to Portmagee via Henry Street, Limerick Colbert Station, Killarney Bus Station, and Cahersiveen in around 8h 25m.

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