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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Galway to Rathdowney

Composite routes from Galway to Rathdowney

Cheapest
1 h 43 min
Car
138 km.
from $7
Other
4 h 49 min
Train, Bus
108 km.
from $45.91
4 h 54 min
108 km.
from $34.02
4 h 57 min
108 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Galway to Portarlington
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93
Train from Portarlington to Ballybrophy
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.01–$10.19

Bus operators

Kearns Transport

Phone:
057 912 0124
Email:
info@kearnstransport.com
Website:
kearnstransport.com/
Bus from Merchants Road to Birr
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.01

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
info@jjkavanagh.ie
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Galway Cathedral to Kickham
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly

Phone:
+353-57-8692168
Email:
lo@locallink.ie
Website:
locallinklaoisoffaly.ie/
Bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Rathdowney
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Bus from Roscrea to Rathdowney
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Twice a week

Slieve Bloom Coach Tours

Phone:
05786-24416
Email:
slievebloomcoaches@live.com
Website:
slievebloomcoaches.ie/
Bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Rathdowney
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Galway to Rathdowney?

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Rathdowney is to train which costs $19.57 - $28.26 and takes 4h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galway to Rathdowney?

The fastest way to get from Galway to Rathdowney is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $26.09 - $39.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Rathdowney?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Rathdowney. However, there are services departing from Merchants Road and arriving at Rathdowney via Birr and Roscrea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Galway to Rathdowney?

The distance between Galway and Rathdowney is 203 km. The road distance is 139.4 km.

How do I travel from Galway to Rathdowney without a car?

The best way to get from Galway to Rathdowney without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 49m and costs $26.09 - $39.13 .

How long does it take to get from Galway to Rathdowney?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Galway to Rathdowney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Rathdowney bus from?

Galway to Rathdowney bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, depart from Merchants Road station.

Train or bus from Galway to Rathdowney?

The best way to get from Galway to Rathdowney is to bus and line 547 bus which takes 4h 57m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $19.57 - $28.26 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Galway to Rathdowney bus arrive?

Galway to Rathdowney bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, arrive at Birr station.

Can I drive from Galway to Rathdowney?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Rathdowney is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Galway to Rathdowney.

Where can I stay near Rathdowney?

There are 22+ hotels available in Rathdowney. Prices start at $53.17 per night.
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