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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Galway to Athlone
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
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Galway to Athlone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Galway to Athlone 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 Athlone 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Galway to Athlone
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Galway to Athlone 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 bus which can get you there in 1h 1m. 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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€16 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Galway to Athlone bus times
The table below shows live departures for Galway to Athlone buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00 AM Galway | 1h30 | 2:30 AM Arcadia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 AM Galway | 1h30 | 6:30 AM Arcadia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 AM Galway | 1h30 | 9:00 AM Arcadia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 AM Galway | 1h30 | 11:30 AM Arcadia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:00 PM Galway | 1h30 | 1:30 PM Arcadia | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Galway to Athlone
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Buses from Galway to Athlone run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. 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 01:00, the last at 18:00. The fastest bus covers the 75 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 75 km |
Average bus duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 18:00 |
Bus providers: AirCoach, Infobus, Citylink from Galway to AthloneYou can travel by bus between Galway to Athlone with AirCoach, Infobus, Citylink for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Galway to Athlone
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galway to Athlone 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 Athlone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Galway, Coach Station, which is located around 0.6 miles (897 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Athlone, Arcadia Retail Centre, located 0.5 miles (834 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Galway to Athlone
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- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 401, 402, 404 Train: Galway Station
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