What is the cheapest way to get from Killarney to Castlebar?

The cheapest way to get from Killarney to Castlebar is to train which costs €35 - €50 and takes 5h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Killarney to Castlebar?

The fastest way to get from Killarney to Castlebar is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Killarney and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct bus from Killarney to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Killarney Mission Road and arriving at Castlebar Library via UL East Gate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Killarney and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct train from Killarney to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Killarney and arriving at Castlebar via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Killarney to Castlebar?

The distance between Killarney and Castlebar is 409 km. The road distance is 272.9 km.

How do I travel from Killarney to Castlebar without a car?

The best way to get from Killarney to Castlebar without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs €35 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Killarney to Castlebar?

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Killarney to Castlebar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Killarney to Castlebar bus from?

Killarney to Castlebar bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Killarney Mission Road station.

Where do I catch the Killarney to Castlebar train from?

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

Train or bus from Killarney to Castlebar?

The best way to get from Killarney to Castlebar is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs €35 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Killarney to Castlebar bus arrive?

Killarney to Castlebar bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at UL Student Centre station.

Where does the Killarney to Castlebar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Killarney to Castlebar?

Yes, the driving distance between Killarney to Castlebar is 273 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Killarney to Castlebar.

Where can I stay near Castlebar?

There are 195+ hotels available in Castlebar.

Killarney to Castlebar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Killarney to Castlebar 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 Killarney to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Castlebartrain Re
5h 42m
€35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Killarney Mission Road to UL Student Centrebus 300
2. Take the bus from UL East Gate to Castlebar Librarybus Ul05
6h 6m
Drive 272.9 km
1. Drive from Killarney to Castlebarcar 272.9 km
3h 15m
€47–67
Bus via Galway
1. Take the bus from Killarney Bus Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 14
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 51
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Castlebarbus 52
8h 1m
€45–71

Killarney to Castlebar by train

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5h 42mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Killarney to Castlebar.

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Distance: 408.8 km
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Killarney, Ireland and Castlebar, Ireland?

You can take a train from Killarney to Castlebar via Portarlington in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Killarney Mission Road to Castlebar Library via UL Student Centre and UL East Gate in around 6h 6m.

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