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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Thurles to Castlerea

Composite routes from Thurles to Castlerea

Cheapest
2 h 5 min
Car
157 km.
from $8
Other
3 h 52 min
128 km.
from $40.37
4 h 19 min
Bus, Train
127 km.
from $5.43
4 h 27 min
128 km.
from $32.96
4 h 39 min
128 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Thurles to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.74
Train from Portarlington to Castlerea
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38
Train from Athlone to Castlerea
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Athlone Station to Castlerea
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
info@jjkavanagh.ie
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from County Bar to Galway
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Westlink Coaches

Phone:
071 9641059
Website:
westlinkcoaches.ie/
Bus from Galway Cathedral to Castlerea
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly

Phone:
+353-57-8692168
Email:
lo@locallink.ie
Website:
locallinklaoisoffaly.ie/
Bus from Liberty Square to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Thurles to Castlerea is to train which costs $22.83 - $33.70 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurles to Castlerea is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $30.43 - $44.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Thurles and Castlerea?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurles to Castlerea. However, there are services departing from County Bar and arriving at Castlerea via Galway Cathedral. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Thurles and Castlerea?

No, there is no direct train from Thurles to Castlerea. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Castlerea via Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Thurles to Castlerea?

The distance between Thurles and Castlerea is 191 km. The road distance is 157.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Thurles to Castlerea without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs $22.83 - $33.70 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Thurles to Castlerea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Castlerea bus from?

Thurles to Castlerea bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from County Bar station.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Castlerea train from?

Thurles to Castlerea train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Thurles station.

Train or bus from Thurles to Castlerea?

The best way to get from Thurles to Castlerea is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs $22.83 - $33.70 . Alternatively, you can bus via Galway, which costs $26.09 - $38.04 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Thurles to Castlerea bus arrive?

Thurles to Castlerea bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Galway Cathedral station.

Where does the Thurles to Castlerea train arrive?

Thurles to Castlerea train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Portlaoise station.

Can I drive from Thurles to Castlerea?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurles to Castlerea is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Thurles to Castlerea.

Where can I stay near Castlerea?

There are 38+ hotels available in Castlerea. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
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