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

The cheapest way to get from Skibbereen to Castlebar is to bus via Skibbereen which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skibbereen to Castlebar is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Skibbereen and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct bus from Skibbereen to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Skibbereen and arriving at Castlebar via Cork Anderson's Quay and Galway Ceannt Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Skibbereen to Castlebar?

The distance between Skibbereen and Castlebar is 371 km. The road distance is 327.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Skibbereen to Castlebar without a car is to bus which takes 8h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Skibbereen to Castlebar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skibbereen to Castlebar bus from?

Skibbereen to Castlebar bus services, operated by West Cork Connect, depart from Skibbereen station.

Where does the Skibbereen to Castlebar bus arrive?

Skibbereen to Castlebar bus services, operated by West Cork Connect, arrive at Cork Saint Patrick's Quay station.

Can I drive from Skibbereen to Castlebar?

Yes, the driving distance between Skibbereen to Castlebar is 327 km. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Skibbereen to Castlebar.

Where can I stay near Castlebar?

There are 203+ hotels available in Castlebar.

Skibbereen to Castlebar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Skibbereen to Castlebar 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 Skibbereen to Cork Saint Patrick's Quay230
2. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway Ceannt Station251
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Castlebar52 / ...
8h 5m
Bus via Skibbereen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Skibbereen to Cork Bus Station237
2. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway Ceannt Station251
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Castlebar52 / ...
8h 27m
€38–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Skibbereen to Cork Saint Patrick's Quay230
2. Take the train from Cork to PortarlingtonIc / ...
3. Take the train from Portarlington to CastlebarIc / ...
8h 20m
Drive 327.4 km
1. Drive from Skibbereen to Castlebar327.4 km
4h 9m
€56–81
Bus via Skibbereen #2
1. Take the bus from Skibbereen to Cork Bus Station237
2. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station Parnell Place to Galway, Bus Station51
3. Take the bus from Galway, Bus Station to Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way52
10h 17m
€50–71

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 370.7 km
Duration: 8h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Skibbereen to Castlebar via Cork Saint Patrick's Quay, Cork Anderson's Quay, and Galway Ceannt Station in around 8h 5m.

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