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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Galway to Kells

Cheapest
2 h 30 min
Car
194 km.
from $10
Other
5 h 23 min
144 km.
from $45.26
6 h 3 min
Train, Bus
144 km.
from $41.59
6 h 10 min
144 km.
from $38.78
6 h 37 min
144 km.
from $48.70

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Galway to Kildare
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74
Train from Kildare to Kilkenny
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.24–$13.04
Train from Galway to Athlone
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.70–$13.04

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74
Bus from Limerick Bus Station to Carrick-on-Suir
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Athlone Station to Ormonde
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74
Bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Galway Coach Station to Parkgate
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.22–$25.00

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Heuston Station to Ormonde
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Kells is to train and bus which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Kells is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $36.96 - $54.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Kells?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway station to Kells. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Station and arriving at Kells via Heuston Station and Kilkenny. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Galway to Kells?

The distance between Galway and Kells is 260 km. The road distance is 194.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Kells without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs $26.09 - $38.04 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Galway to Kells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Kells bus from?

Galway to Kells bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Station.

Train or bus from Galway to Kells?

The best way to get from Galway to Kells is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs $26.09 - $38.04 . Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs $29.35 - $45.65 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Galway to Kells bus arrive?

Galway to Kells bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Parkgate Street station.

Can I drive from Galway to Kells?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Kells is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Galway to Kells.

Where can I stay near Kells?

There are 121+ hotels available in Kells. Prices start at $51.96 per night.
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