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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Galway to Ardrahan
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Galway to Ardrahan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Galway to Ardrahan will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 5 buses that leave Galway for Ardrahan on Fri, Jul 24, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct buses cover the 21 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest buses will take 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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7:05 AM0h30Galway7:35 AMArdrahan€151One-way0 transfers- 8:05 AM0h30Galway8:35 AMArdrahan€151One-way0 transfers
- 9:05 AM0h30Galway9:35 AMArdrahan€151One-way0 transfers
- 10:05 AM0h30Galway10:35 AMArdrahan€151One-way0 transfers
- 11:05 AM0h30Galway11:35 AMArdrahan€151One-way0 transfers
- 7:05 AM0h30Galway7:35 AMArdrahan€151One-way0 transfers
- 8:05 AM0h30Galway8:35 AMArdrahan€151One-way0 transfers
- 9:05 AM0h30Galway9:35 AMArdrahan€151One-way0 transfers
- 10:05 AM0h30Galway10:35 AMArdrahan€151One-way0 transfers
- 11:05 AM0h30Galway11:35 AMArdrahan€151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Galway to Ardrahan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Galway to Ardrahan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €7.
Distance: 21 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€15 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Galway to Ardrahan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Galway to Ardrahan buses for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:05 PM Galway | 0h30 | 12:35 PM Ardrahan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:05 PM Galway | 0h30 | 1:35 PM Ardrahan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:05 PM Galway | 0h30 | 2:35 PM Ardrahan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:05 PM Galway | 0h30 | 3:35 PM Ardrahan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:05 PM Galway | 0h30 | 4:35 PM Ardrahan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:05 PM Galway | 0h30 | 5:35 PM Ardrahan | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 5:30 PM Galway | 0h46 | 6:16 PM Ardrahan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:05 PM Galway | 0h30 | 6:35 PM Ardrahan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:05 PM Galway | 0h30 | 7:35 PM Ardrahan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:05 PM Galway | 0h30 | 8:35 PM Ardrahan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:05 AM Galway | 0h30 | 7:35 AM Ardrahan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:05 AM Galway | 0h30 | 8:35 AM Ardrahan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:05 AM Galway | 0h30 | 9:35 AM Ardrahan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:05 AM Galway | 0h30 | 10:35 AM Ardrahan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:05 AM Galway | 0h30 | 11:35 AM Ardrahan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Galway to Ardrahan
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Buses from Galway to Ardrahan run on average 25 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €4 by train.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:05, the last at 22:05. The fastest bus covers the 21 km distance in 30m.
Distance 21 km |
Average bus duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 7:05 AM |
Last bus 10:05 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Bus providers: Expressway (Bus Éireann), Bus Éireann from Galway to ArdrahanYou can travel by bus between Galway to Ardrahan with Expressway (Bus Éireann), Bus Éireann for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Galway to Ardrahan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galway to Ardrahan 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 Ardrahan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular bus stations from Galway to Ardrahan
Most Galway to Ardrahan buses use the Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd) to Ardrahan, R458 (Ardrahan Garda Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Galway and Ardrahan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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Getting to Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd) from Galway city centre
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