Dublin to Galway bus

Cheap bus tickets from Dublin to Galway

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

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Bus schedule from Dublin to Galway

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Bus times from Dublin to Galway

Showing times and prices for Mar 22

Fastest Journey

2 h 24 m

Average

2 h 24 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

186 km

Of the 5 buses that leave Dublin for Galway every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

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11:00AMDublin2h24 01:24PMGalway
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Overview: Coach from Dublin to Galway

distanceDistance186 km
durationAverage coach duration2 h 24 min
priceAverage coach ticket price€15 (€15)
changesDirect coachYes
carriersCoach companiesIrish Citylink, GoBus, AirCoach or Infobus

Coaches from Dublin to Galway cover the 186 km long route taking on average 2 h 24 min with our travel partners like Irish Citylink, GoBus, AirCoach or Infobus. There are direct coach services available. You can get the cheapest coach tickets for this trip for as low as €15, but the average price of coach tickets is €15. Travellers depart most frequently from Dublin, Dublin Airport and arrive in Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd).

Getting from Dublin to Galway

Getting to Galway from Dublin is as easy as hopping on a bus - thanks to local services such as Gobus and Citylink. If you’re looking to head straight to Galway from Dublin Airport, then there are also buses that run the Dublin Airport to Galway route direct. Our guide below will let you all you need to know about getting buses from Dublin to Galway.

How do I catch the bus from Dublin to Galway?

If you are heading straight from Dublin Airport to Galway, then you need to exit the terminal buildings and make your way to zone 13, which is where all bus services from Dublin Airport to Galway leave from.

If you are leaving Dublin City for Galway, the pickup point can vary. For Gobus, the pickup point is between Jaffa on the Quays and the Immigration Offices on Burgh Quay. For Citylink, the departure point is located on Aston Quay between O'Connell Bridge and Ha‘penny Bridge just in front of the Forbidden Planet comic store and Eden Recruitment.

When is the best time to book a bus ticket from Dublin to Galway?

The bus journey from Dublin to Galway is a popular one so it is recommended to buy your tickets before your departure. For example, if you book with Citylink or gobus via Omio it is cheaper than buying tickets on the day.

How much does the bus from Dublin to Galway cost?

If you book online, a single ticket from Dublin to Galway costs around £12 one way compared to the £14 if you book on the day. Similarly, a return is around £21 pounds and £23 respectively.

The same notion works for buses from Dublin Airport to Galway, although these tickets are generally a bit more expensive. A single cost £16 if bought online and £18 if bought on the day whereas a return is £26 online and £28 if bought in person.

How long is the bus journey?

From Dublin to Galway the journey time is approximately 2h30m whereas from Dublin Airport to Galway the journey time is 3 hours.



What does a gobus look like?

All buses run by gobus are white with the blue and red gobus logo on the side. Once you have found your bus the driver will check your ticket, either printed or mobile, to make sure you are boarding the correct bus. Please arrive 15 minutes before departures so to avoid missing your bus.

What can I take on a gobus?

Each passenger is allowed to take two medium-sized bags of no more than 20kg each, as well as one small item of hand luggage. Depending on available space, larger objects such as bicycles and surfboards can be accommodated for an extra charge of €5. Pets are not allowed except fully certified guide dogs.

What amenities do gobus offer?

All gobuses are equipped with WiFi, aircon and toilets. All seats come with seatbelts and must be worn at all times when the vehicle is moving.


Citylink FAQs

What does a Citylink bus look like?

Ciylink buses have a yellow and royal blue exterior with the Citylink logo visible on the side. Once you have located your Citylink bus, you must present your ticket to the driver before boarding.

What can I take on a Citylink bus?

Each passenger can carry on two rucksacks or two medium-sized suitcases that must not exceed 20kg each. Passengers can also bring on one piece of small carry-on luggage at no additional cost. Passengers need to be aware that carry-on luggage must either be placed under the seat in front of you or in the overhead luggage rack.

If a passenger brings additional luggage, they may be required to pay an extra €5 per item. Citylink advises those travelling on its coaches to keep their valuables (passport, electronic equipment etc.) on their person at all times.

Can I take my bicycle on a Citylink bus?

Passengers can bring their bicycles onboard but these must be stowed in the undercarriage of the bus if space permits. Bicycle spaces cannot be reserved beforehand and there is a fee of €5 if you wish to bring it onboard.

What amenities are available on Citylink coaches?

All Citylink buses are equipped with reclining seats, air conditioning, on-board toilets and free wifi.

Travel Tips: Bus to Galway from Dublin

Travel Tips: Take the bus to Galway easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dublin to Galway.
FAQs
You can find a cheap coach from Dublin to Galway for some dates and times for as low as €15  one way in the next 7 days.
If you’re looking to book tickets for this trip in the next 7 days, you’ll find that Dublin to Galway coach prices are on average €15  one way.
The distance between Dublin and Galway by coach is approximately 186 km.
While the time it takes to travel 186 km from Dublin to Galway can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and bank holidays, the coach duration from Dublin to Galway is on average 2 h 24 min.

Some of the Dublin coach stations to Galway you can start your journey from include Dublin, Dublin Airport, Dublin, Port and Dublin, Bachelor's Walk. Similarly, some of the arrival coach stations in Galway include Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd), Galway, Coach Station and Galway.

When travelling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Dublin, Dublin Airport   and arriving in Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd).

The most popular departure coach station with passengers for this trip, called Dublin, Dublin Airport, is located 9.1 miles (14.7 km) from the city centre of Dublin.

The most popular arrival coach station, Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd), is located 2.2 miles (3.5 km) away from the city centre of Galway.

For the journey from Dublin to Galway you can take a coach with Irish Citylink, GoBus, AirCoach or Infobus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Dublin and Galway on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
Yes, you can search for direct coaches from Dublin to Galway on Omio with Infobus, Irish Citylink or AirCoach, and you won’t need to change in between. Direct coach services tend to offer more convenience and save you time when travelling to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to before you buy your coach ticket.
The first coach from Dublin to Galway leaves at 19: 00   and the last coach for this leaves at 19: 00. Omio shows you the latest coach from Dublin to Galway times to help you book the best departure time for this journey.
In general, we recommend booking tickets for coaches in advance to score the best deals from all possible coach companies offering this journey and save money. If you buy coach tickets between Dublin and Galway within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average €15 one way. To find the best prices for this journey, consider booking your coach ticket from Dublin to Galway a few months in advance.
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