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

The cheapest way to get from Maynooth to Cong is to bus which costs €23 - €35 and takes 6h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maynooth to Cong is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Maynooth and Cong?

No, there is no direct bus from Maynooth station to Cong. However, there are services departing from Maynooth Station and arriving at Cong via Swinford and Claremorris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Maynooth and Cong?

No, there is no direct train from Maynooth to Cong. However, there are services departing from Dublin Heuston and arriving at Claremorris via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Maynooth to Cong?

The distance between Maynooth and Cong is 278 km. The road distance is 201.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Maynooth to Cong without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Maynooth to Cong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maynooth to Cong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maynooth to Cong train from?

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

Train or bus from Maynooth to Cong?

The best way to get from Maynooth to Cong is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus via Swinford, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Maynooth to Cong bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maynooth to Cong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maynooth to Cong?

Yes, the driving distance between Maynooth to Cong is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Maynooth to Cong.

Where can I stay near Cong?

There are 131+ hotels available in Cong.

Maynooth to Cong - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Claremorristrain 804 / ...
5h 45m
€32–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maynooth to Bachelors Walkbus C3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Claremorrisbus 721
6h 29m
€24–33
Bus via Swinford
1. Take the bus from Maynooth Station to Swinfordbus 22
5h 57m
€36–51
Drive 201.2 km
1. Drive from Maynooth to Congcar 201.2 km
2h 39m
€35–51

Maynooth to Cong by bus and train

23Weekly Services

5h 45mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.5 km
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Maynooth, Ireland and Cong, IE-MO, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Claremorris 3 times a day. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Maynooth Station to Swinford every 4 hours. Tickets cost €23–35 and the journey takes 2h 44m.

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