What is the cheapest way to get from Thurles to Monaghan?

The cheapest way to get from Thurles to Monaghan is to train and bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thurles to Monaghan?

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

Is there a direct bus between Thurles and Monaghan?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurles to Monaghan station. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Monaghan Bus Station via Portlaoise JFL Avenue and Dublin Airport Zone 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Thurles to Monaghan?

The distance between Thurles and Monaghan is 272 km. The road distance is 220 km.

How do I travel from Thurles to Monaghan without a car?

The best way to get from Thurles to Monaghan without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 11m and costs €30 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Thurles to Monaghan?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Thurles to Monaghan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Monaghan bus from?

Thurles to Monaghan bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, depart from Thurles station.

Where does the Thurles to Monaghan bus arrive?

Thurles to Monaghan bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Can I drive from Thurles to Monaghan?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurles to Monaghan is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Thurles to Monaghan.

Where can I stay near Monaghan?

There are 82+ hotels available in Monaghan.

Thurles to Monaghan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Thurles to Monaghan 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Thurles to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 32
4h 11m
€32–45
Train, bus via Craigavon
1. Take the train from Thurles to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Portadowntrain
3. Take the bus from Portadown NIR Railway Stn to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 270 / ...
5h 37m
Drive 220 km
1. Drive from Thurles to Monaghancar 220 km
2h 55m
€38–54
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Thurles to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nassau Street to Monaghan Shopping Centrebus 180 / ...
5h 7m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thurles to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 858
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 726
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 12 to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 32
6h 3m
€35–50

Thurles to Monaghan by train, tram, and bus

112Weekly Services

4h 11mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 272 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Thurles, Ireland and Monaghan, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Thurles to Monaghan Bus Station via Portlaoise JFL Avenue, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Dublin Airport Zone 12 in around 6h 3m.

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