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

The cheapest way to get from Maynooth to Castlebar is to bus which costs €23 - €35 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maynooth to Castlebar is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Maynooth and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct bus from Maynooth station to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Maynooth Station and arriving at Castlebar via Swinford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Maynooth and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct train from Maynooth to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Dublin Heuston and arriving at Castlebar via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Maynooth to Castlebar?

The distance between Maynooth and Castlebar is 218 km. The road distance is 208 km.

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

The best way to get from Maynooth to Castlebar without a car is to bus via Swinford which takes 4h 16m and costs €35 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Maynooth to Castlebar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maynooth to Castlebar bus from?

Maynooth to Castlebar bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Maynooth Station.

Where do I catch the Maynooth to Castlebar train from?

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

Train or bus from Maynooth to Castlebar?

The best way to get from Maynooth to Castlebar is to bus via Swinford which takes 4h 16m and costs €35 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Maynooth to Castlebar bus arrive?

Maynooth to Castlebar bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Swinford station.

Where does the Maynooth to Castlebar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maynooth to Castlebar?

Yes, the driving distance between Maynooth to Castlebar is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Maynooth to Castlebar.

Where can I stay near Castlebar?

There are 244+ hotels available in Castlebar.

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There are 4 ways to get from Maynooth to Castlebar by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Swinford
best
1. Take the bus from Maynooth Station to Swinfordbus 22
4h 16m
€35–49
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maynooth to Bachelors Walkbus C3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Castlebarbus 721
5h 25m
€24–33
Train
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Castlebartrain 804 / ...
4h 27m
€33–46
Drive 208 km
1. Drive from Maynooth to Castlebarcar 208 km
2h 29m
€36–52

Maynooth to Castlebar by bus

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Distance: 217.5 km
Duration: 4h 16m

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

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Maynooth Station to Swinford every 4 hours. Tickets cost €23–35 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Castlebar 3 times a day. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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