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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Tralee is to bus which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Tralee is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Tralee?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway station to Tralee. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Station and arriving at Tralee Prince's Street via Limerick Arthur's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Tralee?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Tralee. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Tralee via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Galway to Tralee?

The distance between Galway and Tralee is 200 km. The road distance is 194.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Tralee without a car is to bus which takes 4h 17m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Galway to Tralee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Tralee bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galway to Tralee train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Tralee?

The best way to get from Galway to Tralee is to bus which takes 4h 17m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Galway to Tralee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galway to Tralee train arrive?

Galway to Tralee train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Galway to Tralee?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Tralee is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Galway to Tralee.

Where can I stay near Tralee?

There are 188+ hotels available in Tralee.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Galway to Tralee 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 Arthur's Quay to Tralee Prince's Streetbus 300
4h 17m
€24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Galway to Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Traleetrain Ic
5h 58m
€35–53
Drive 194.1 km
1. Drive from Galway to Traleecar 194.1 km
2h 23m
€32–46
Bus via Tralee Bus Station
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
5h 20m
€35–47

Galway to Tralee by bus and foot

56Weekly Services

4h 17mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Galway Coach Station to Tralee Prince's Street via Henry Street and Limerick Arthur's Quay in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Tralee via Portarlington in around 5h 58m.

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