The cheapest and fastest buses from Galway to Balla
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Galway to Balla is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Galway to Balla will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 5 buses that leave Galway for Balla on Thu, May 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.
8:40 AM1h10Galway9:50 AMBalla€141One-way0 transfers
11:40 AM1h10Galway12:50 PMBalla€141One-way0 transfers
2:40 PM1h10Galway3:50 PMBalla€141One-way0 transfers
5:10 PM1h10Galway6:20 PMBalla€141One-way0 transfers
7:40 PM1h15Galway8:55 PMBalla€141One-way0 transfers
8:40 AM1h10Galway9:50 AMBalla€141One-way0 transfers
11:40 AM1h10Galway12:50 PMBalla€141One-way0 transfers
2:40 PM1h10Galway3:50 PMBalla€141One-way0 transfers
5:10 PM1h10Galway6:20 PMBalla€141One-way0 transfers
7:10 AM1h15Galway8:25 AMBalla€181One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Galway to Balla bus times
The table below shows live departures for Galway to Balla buses for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:10 AM Galway | 1h15 | 8:25 AM Balla | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 AM Galway | 1h10 | 9:50 AM Balla | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 AM Galway | 1h15 | 11:25 AM Balla | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:37 AM Galway | 1h16 | 11:53 AM Balla | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:40 AM Galway | 1h10 | 12:50 PM Balla | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Galway to Balla
Take a bus from Galway to Balla and enjoy the approximately 59 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 21:10.
Distance 59 km |
Average bus duration 1h 21m |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 9:10 PM |
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FAQs: Bus from Galway to Balla
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galway to Balla 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 Balla, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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