Athlone to Galway bus

Sat, Oct 31
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Athlone to Galway

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 31
Cheapest price on Oct 31
€16
Average ticket price on Oct 31
€16
Fastest journey on Oct 31
1 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Oct 31
1 h 30 m
Buses on Oct 31
8
Distance
75 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Athlone to Galway is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Athlone to Galway will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.

Fast buses

On Sat, Oct 31, we found 8 buses from Athlone to Galway, including 8 direct services.

On Sat, Oct 31 the direct buses cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .

On Sat, Oct 31 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Athlone to Galway

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Take a bus from Athlone to Galway and enjoy the approximately 75 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest bus runs at 08:55, the last at 23:55.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
75 km
First bus
8:55 AM
Last bus
11:55 PM
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Best time to book
5 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Athlone to Galway trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Athlone to Galway.

The earliest coach from Athlone to Galway leaves at 8:55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Athlone to Galway leaves at 11:55 PM.

Live departures

Athlone to Galway bus times

The table below shows live departures for Athlone to Galway buses for today, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Citylink10:55 AM Arcadia
1h30
12:25 PM Galway0 transfersDirect
Citylink1:55 PM Arcadia
1h30
3:25 PM Galway0 transfersDirect
Citylink3:55 PM Arcadia
1h30
5:25 PM Galway0 transfersDirect
Citylink5:55 PM Arcadia
1h30
7:25 PM Galway0 transfersDirect
Citylink7:55 PM Arcadia
1h30
9:25 PM Galway0 transfersDirect
Citylink9:55 PM Arcadia
1h30
11:25 PM Galway0 transfersDirect
Citylink11:55 PM Arcadia
1h30
1:25 AM Galway0 transfersDirect
Saturday, October 31
Citylink8:55 AM Arcadia
1h30
10:25 AM Galway0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Bus providers: Citylink from Athlone to GalwayYou can travel by bus between Athlone to Galway with Citylink. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Citylink Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Citylink Price
€16
Citylink frequency
7 a day

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Athlone and Galway

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Athlone to Galway, you can count on Citylink for the best way to get you to Galway. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Athlone and Galway and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
No, the coach from Athlone to Galway has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Athlone to Galway.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Athlone to Galway.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Athlone to Galway.
No, luggage for the coach from Athlone to Galway needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Athlone to Galway.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Athlone to Galway.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Athlone to Galway.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Athlone to Galway.

FAQs: Bus from Athlone to Galway

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athlone to Galway by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Galway, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Athlone and Galway including taking a train and bus.
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