What is the cheapest way to get from Mayo County to Kells?

The cheapest way to get from Mayo County to Kells is to train and bus via Athlone which costs €25 - €40 and takes 6h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mayo County to Kells?

The fastest way to get from Mayo County to Kells is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Mayo County and Kells?

No, there is no direct bus from Mayo County to Kells. However, there are services departing from Tawnylaheen and arriving at Kells via Castlebar and Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Mayo County to Kells?

The distance between Mayo County and Kells is 249 km. The road distance is 183.8 km.

How do I travel from Mayo County to Kells without a car?

The best way to get from Mayo County to Kells without a car is to train and bus via Athlone which takes 6h 46m and costs €25 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Mayo County to Kells?

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Mayo County to Kells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mayo County to Kells bus from?

Mayo County to Kells bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Castlebar station.

Where does the Mayo County to Kells bus arrive?

Mayo County to Kells bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 15 station.

Can I drive from Mayo County to Kells?

Yes, the driving distance between Mayo County to Kells is 184 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Mayo County to Kells.

Where can I stay near Kells?

There are 117+ hotels available in Kells.

Mayo County to Kells - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Mayo County to Kells by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Athlone
best
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Athlonetrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Navanbus 190
6h 46m
€26–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Saint Patrick's Road to Kellsbus 109X
6h 53m
€31–47
Drive 183.8 km
1. Drive from Mayo County to Kellscar 183.8 km
2h 38m
€31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Dublin Airport Zone 15bus 721
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Kellsbus 109A
7h 9m
€34–53
Bus via Enniskillen
1. Take the bus from Turlough to Ballina Humbert Streetbus 454
2. Take the bus from Ballina Humbert Street to Enniskillenbus 458
3. Take the bus from Enniskillen to Virginiabus 30
8h 10m

Mayo County to Kells by bus and train

21Weekly Services

6h 46mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.5 km
Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Mayo County, Ireland and Kells, IE-MH, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Tawnylaheen to Kells via Castlebar, Dublin Airport Zone 15, and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 7h 9m.

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