Athlone to Galway bus with AirCoach

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Athlone to Galway

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Cheapest price

€15

Average price

€15

Fastest journey

1 h 30 m

Average duration

1 h 30 m

Buses per day

5

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 €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Athlone for Galway on Tue, Dec 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Dec 09 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 Tue, Dec 09 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.

Citylink
08:55AM1h30
Arcadia
10:25AMGalway
€151One-way
0 transfers
Citylink
10:55AM1h30
Arcadia
12:25PMGalway
€151One-way
0 transfers
Citylink
01:55PM1h30
Arcadia
03:25PMGalway
€151One-way
0 transfers
Citylink
03:55PM1h30
Arcadia
05:25PMGalway
€151One-way
0 transfers
Citylink
05:55PM1h30
Arcadia
07:25PMGalway
€151One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Athlone to Galway

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Athlone to Galway among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €16.

Distance: 75 km

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Train

€16

Average price

€11

Average price

Cheapest

1h 37m

Average total duration

1h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 3m

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30m

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Live departures

Athlone to Galway bus times

The table below shows live departures for Athlone to Galway buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 10:03 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Citylink8:55 AM Arcadia
1h30
10:25 AM Galway0 transfersDirect
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

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Athlone to Galway

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Buses from Athlone to Galway run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €11 by train.

There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:55, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 75 km distance in 1h 30m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €11
Distance
75 km
Average bus duration
1h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
€16
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
1h 30m
First bus
08:55
Last bus
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €11

Bus providers: AirCoach, Citylink from Athlone to GalwayYou can travel by bus between Athlone to Galway with AirCoach, Citylink for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

AirCoach

About
Aircoach is a prominent Irish private bus and coach operator, a subsidiary of FirstGroup, specializing in high-frequency airport express services. The company connects Dublin Airport with Dublin City Centre and its suburbs, as well as offering non-stop express routes to Cork, Belfast, and Derry/Londonderry. Aircoach also manages car park and staff shuttles for Dublin Airport and provides private hire contracts. Known for its modern fleet, Aircoach aims to provide comfortable travel with amenities like Wi-Fi and power outlets on many services. They operate 24 hours a day on key routes, with departures as frequent as every 15 minutes during peak times.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
€13
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
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Citylink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
€15
Citylink frequency
7 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Athlone to Galway can start from as little as €17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Athlone to Galway is €17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Athlone to Galway is 1 h 30 min   to travel the 75 km long trip, with around there are 33 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Athlone to Galway leaves at 01: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Athlone to Galway leaves at 22: 56.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Athlone to Galway without having to change trains with Citylink. There are 33 direct coaches from Athlone to Galway each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the route from Athlone to Galway you can take a coach with AirCoach or Citylink. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Galway from Athlone on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

When departing from Athlone, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Athlone, Arcadia Retail Centre and Athlone, Institute of Technology (AIT). When arriving in Galway, you can end your trip in coach stations like Galway, Coach Station and Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd).

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Athlone, Arcadia Retail Centre, which is located around 0.5 miles (834 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Galway, Coach Station, located 0.6 miles (897 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Galway from Athlone is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Athlone to Galway is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Athlone to Galway including taking a coach or train.
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.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Athlone to Galway, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
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    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.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from Athlone to Galway

    Athlone
    Galway
    The major bus station for departures in Athlone is Athlone, Arcadia Retail Centre. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Athlone, Arcadia Retail Centre for your trip from Athlone to Galway.
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    Athlone Arcadia, Arcadia, N37 TX01
    Athlone, Institute of Technology (AIT)
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    Most popular bus connections from Athlone

    Bus Athlone - Dublin Airport

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