Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Castlebar travel guide

Castlebar Tourism | Castlebar Guide

You're Going to Love Castlebar

With a population of 12 874, Castlebar is the largest city in Mayo, Ireland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Castlebar to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Castlebar

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bridge St. Bar (Bridge Street) and Foyer Restaurant at The Harlequin Hotel (Lannagh Road) are great picks.

When to visit Castlebar

Castlebar in January
Estimated hotel price
£81
1 night at 3-star hotel
Castlebar in January
Estimated hotel price
£81
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Castlebar

Plane

Although Castlebar doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 32 km from Castlebar. The shortest flight to Castlebar from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

The train station in Castlebar is called Castlebar, and is located 0.8 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Castlebar is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 208 km from Castlebar. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Thrifty, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Castlebar’s bus station is located 0.5 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Castlebar doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 32 km from Castlebar. The shortest flight to Castlebar from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

The train station in Castlebar is called Castlebar, and is located 0.8 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Castlebar is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 208 km from Castlebar. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Thrifty, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Castlebar’s bus station is located 0.5 km from the city centre.

Airports near Castlebar

SNNShannon
NOCKnock Intl
GWYGalway

Airlines serving Castlebar

Lufthansa
Good (7,045 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,845 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,054 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,923 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,166 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Castlebar

Most booked hotels in Castlebar

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Carragh House
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£106+
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Kiltimagh Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£97+
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The Ellison
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£121+
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Breaffy House Hotel And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£139+
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Tf Royal Hotel & Theatre
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£74+
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Hiring a car in Castlebar

Expect to pay £1.42 per litre in Castlebar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.98 and £22.64.

Expect to pay £1.42 per litre in Castlebar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.98 and £22.64.

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