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Compare bus for Galway to Bunratty
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Galway to Bunratty among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €20 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, while a bus costs an average of €20.
Distance: 66 km
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€20 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Live departures
Galway to Bunratty bus times
The table below shows live departures for Galway to Bunratty buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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.png) | 9:05 AM Galway | 2h05 | 11:10 AM Bunratty | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:05 AM Galway | 2h05 | 12:10 PM Bunratty | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 10:30 AM Galway | 2h03 | 12:33 PM Bunratty | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Galway to Bunratty
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Buses from Galway to Bunratty run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:05, the last at 20:05. The fastest bus covers the 66 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 66 km |
Average bus duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 1h 56m |
First bus 7:05 AM |
Last bus 8:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Expressway (Bus Éireann), Citylink from Galway to BunrattyYou can travel by bus between Galway to Bunratty with Expressway (Bus Éireann), Citylink for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Galway to Bunratty
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galway to Bunratty 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 Bunratty, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Galway to Bunratty
Most Galway to Bunratty buses use the Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd) to Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd station pair. Use this guide to compare Galway and Bunratty bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd) from Galway city centre
Getting to Galway, Bus Station from Galway city centre
Galway, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Galway, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Galway, Bus Station. ATMs are aTM available near the bus station entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Galway, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Galway, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Galway, Bus Station: Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
Which Bunratty station do buses from Galway arrive at?
Getting to Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd from Bunratty city centre
Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd bus station facilities and services
Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd. ATMs are available at Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bunratty, Old Bunratty Rd: Basic accessibility features available.
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