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3 h 34 min
258 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Thurles to Achill Island

Cheapest
3 h 34 min
Car
258 km.
from $14
Other
6 h 51 min
202 km.
Select a ticket
7 h 38 min
202 km.
from $61.57
6 h 55 min
202 km.
from $47.09

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 Castlebar
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.02

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Westport
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$17.83

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

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

Local Link Tipperary

Phone:
076-106-6140
Email:
Website:
locallinktipperary.ie/
Bus from Thurles to UL
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Michael Moran

Phone:
0872330097
Website:
transportforireland.ie
Bus from UL Student Centre to Westport
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Thurles to Achill Island?

The cheapest way to get from Thurles to Achill Island is to train which costs $34.78 - $52.17 and takes 7h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thurles to Achill Island?

The fastest way to get from Thurles to Achill Island is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Thurles and Achill Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurles to Achill Island. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Gob an Choire via UL Student Centre and Westport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Thurles to Achill Island?

The distance between Thurles and Achill Island is 296 km. The road distance is 268.8 km.

How do I travel from Thurles to Achill Island without a car?

The best way to get from Thurles to Achill Island without a car is to bus which takes 6h 51m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Thurles to Achill Island?

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Thurles to Achill Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Achill Island bus from?

Thurles to Achill Island bus services, operated by Local Link Tipperary, depart from Thurles station.

Train or bus from Thurles to Achill Island?

The best way to get from Thurles to Achill Island is to bus which takes 6h 51m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $34.78 - $52.17 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Thurles to Achill Island bus arrive?

Thurles to Achill Island bus services, operated by Local Link Tipperary, arrive at UL Student Centre station.

Can I drive from Thurles to Achill Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurles to Achill Island is 269 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Thurles to Achill Island.

Where can I stay near Achill Island?

There are 60+ hotels available in Achill Island. Prices start at $69.99 per night.
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