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

The cheapest way to get from Tralee to Castlebar is to bus via Galway which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tralee to Castlebar is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Tralee and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct bus from Tralee to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Tralee Prince's Street and arriving at Castlebar Library via UL East Gate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Tralee and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct train from Tralee to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Tralee and arriving at Castlebar via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Tralee to Castlebar?

The distance between Tralee and Castlebar is 282 km. The road distance is 265.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tralee to Castlebar without a car is to bus which takes 6h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Tralee to Castlebar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tralee to Castlebar bus from?

Tralee to Castlebar bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Tralee Prince's Street station.

Where do I catch the Tralee to Castlebar train from?

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

Train or bus from Tralee to Castlebar?

The best way to get from Tralee to Castlebar is to bus which takes 6h 6m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Tralee to Castlebar bus arrive?

Tralee to Castlebar bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at UL Student Centre station.

Where does the Tralee to Castlebar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tralee to Castlebar?

Yes, the driving distance between Tralee to Castlebar is 265 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Tralee to Castlebar.

Where can I stay near Castlebar?

There are 204+ hotels available in Castlebar.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Tralee 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 Tralee Prince's Street to UL Student Centre300
2. Take the bus from UL East Gate to Castlebar LibraryUl05
6h 6m
Bus via Galway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tralee Prince's Street to Limerick Arthur's Quay300
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Galway Ceannt Station251
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Castlebar52 / ...
6h 56m
€34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Tralee to PortarlingtonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to CastlebarIc / ...
6h 31m
€38–53
Drive 265.4 km
1. Drive from Tralee to Castlebar265.4 km
3h 6m
€45–65
Bus via Galway #2
1. Take the bus from Tralee Bus Station to Limerick Bus Station13
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Galway Ceannt Station51
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Castlebar52 / ...
8h 1m
€39–56

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 282.3 km
Duration: 6h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Tralee Prince's Street to Castlebar Library via UL Student Centre and UL East Gate in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tralee to Castlebar via Portarlington in around 6h 31m.

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