4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Belfast to Galway
Cheapest price
€0.00
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Belfast to Galway is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Belfast to Galway without transferring at least once.
3:00 AM6h15Belfast9:15 AMGalwayFind prices1 transfer- 6:30 AM5h15Belfast11:45 AMGalwayFind prices1 transfer
- 8:30 AM5h15Belfast1:45 PMGalwayFind prices1 transfer
- 10:30 AM5h15Belfast3:45 PMGalwayFind prices1 transfer
- 12:30 PM4h45Belfast5:15 PMGalwayFind prices1 transfer
- 12:30 PM4h45Belfast5:15 PMGalwayFind prices1 transfer
- 6:30 AM5h15Belfast11:45 AMGalwayFind prices1 transfer
- 8:30 AM5h15Belfast1:45 PMGalwayFind prices1 transfer
- 10:30 AM5h15Belfast3:45 PMGalwayFind prices1 transfer
- 2:30 PM5h15Belfast7:45 PMGalwayFind prices1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Belfast to Galway
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Galway among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, and a flight costs an average of €218.
Distance: 251 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€41 Average price Cheapest | €313 Average price |
5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 46m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Belfast to Galway bus times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Galway buses for today, Monday, June 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:30 AM Belfast | 5h15 | 11:45 AM Galway | 1 transfer | |
 | 7:25 AM Belfast | 5h20 | 12:45 PM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 8:30 AM Belfast | 5h15 | 1:45 PM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 9:25 AM Belfast | 5h20 | 2:45 PM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 10:30 AM Belfast | 5h15 | 3:45 PM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 11:25 AM Belfast | 5h20 | 4:45 PM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 12:30 PM Belfast | 4h45 | 5:15 PM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 1:25 PM Belfast | 5h20 | 6:45 PM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 2:30 PM Belfast | 5h15 | 7:45 PM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 3:25 PM Belfast | 5h20 | 8:45 PM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 4:30 PM Belfast | 5h15 | 9:45 PM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 5:25 PM Belfast | 5h20 | 10:45 PM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 6:30 PM Belfast | 5h45 | 12:15 AM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 7:25 PM Belfast | 5h20 | 12:45 AM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 8:25 PM Belfast | 4h05 | 12:30 AM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 9:25 PM Belfast | 5h05 | 2:30 AM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 11:00 PM Belfast | 6h45 | 5:45 AM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, June 9 | |||||
| 3:00 AM Belfast | 6h15 | 9:15 AM Galway | 1 transfer | |
| 5:25 AM Belfast | 5h50 | 11:15 AM Galway | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Belfast to Galway
United Kingdom
Ireland
Buses from Belfast to Galway run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €41 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 251 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 251 km |
Average bus duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: AirCoach, Translink, Dublin Express from Belfast to GalwayYou can travel by bus between Belfast to Galway with AirCoach, Translink, Dublin Express for as low as €41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Belfast to Galway
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast 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.
- AirCoach
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- AirCoach
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- AirCoach
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- AirCoach
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
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