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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Galway to Kells

Composite routes from Galway to Kells

Cheapest
2 h 35 min
Car
175 km.
from $9
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
Found: 1
Irish Rail
Website
Irish Rail
Website
1h 51m
5 times a day
$15.22–$21.74
+353 1 836 6222
+353 1 836 6222
Call
Bus operators
Found: 4
Expressway
Website
Bus Éireann
Website
Citylink
Website
J.J.Kavanagh & Sons
Website
Expressway
Website
2h 30m
Hourly
$15.22–$21.74
0818 836611
0818 836611
Call
Bus Éireann
Website
3h 2m
Twice daily
$15.22–$21.74
+353 1 836 6111
+353 1 836 6111
Call
Citylink
Website
2h 25m
Hourly
$15.22–$25.00
+353 91 564 164
+353 91 564 164
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
J.J.Kavanagh & Sons
Website
1h 45m
Every 3 hours
$14.13–$20.65
+353 818 333 222
+353 818 333 222
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

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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