Ballyglunin Station: A Step Back in Time
Discover a beautifully restored 19th-century Irish railway station, famed for its role in 'The Quiet Man'. A heritage gem in County Galway.
Ballyglunin Station, a beautifully restored heritage railway station in County Galway, offers visitors a unique glimpse into Ireland's railway history and its connection to the classic film, 'The Quiet Man'. Explore the station's rich past and its role as a community hub.
A brief summary to Ballyglunin Station
- Station Road, Ballyglunin, Coolfowerbeg, Co. Galway, H54 D863, IE
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Check the Ballyglunin Station website or social media pages for information on upcoming events and activities.
- Take your time to explore the station's exhibits and learn about its history and connection to 'The Quiet Man'.
- Enjoy a walk through the station's biodiversity park and appreciate the natural beauty of the area.
Getting There
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Driving
Ballyglunin Station is located off the N63 (Roscommon to Galway) and R347 (Athenry to Tuam) roads. From Galway City, head east on the N6 and take the exit for the M6. Merge onto the M6 and continue for approximately 20 km. Take exit 17 for the N83 toward Ballinasloe/Clonfert. Continue on the N83 for about 10 km until you reach Ballyglunin. Turn left onto Station Road; the station will be on your right. Parking is available near the station. There are limited spaces available.
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Public Transport
The Bus Éireann route 425 stops at Ballyglunin. The bus departs from Galway Ceannt Station and Prospect Hill six times a week (Monday to Saturday). The journey takes approximately 45 minutes and costs between €5 and €8. Alternatively, take a bus or train from Galway to Athenry, then transfer to the local bus service that connects Athenry to Ballyglunin. Bus tickets from Galway to Athenry cost approximately €10, while train tickets cost around €6. Check local bus schedules for up-to-date information.
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Taxi
Taxis are available from Galway City to Ballyglunin Station. The journey takes approximately 25 minutes and costs between €40 and €55.
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