Galway to Letterkenny bus

Sun, Nov 08
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Bus Feda Teoranta
Expressway (Bus Éireann)
City Direct
Bus Éireann
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Bus Feda Teoranta
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Galway to Letterkenny

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 08
Cheapest price on Nov 08
€0
Average ticket price on Nov 08
€24
Fastest journey on Nov 08
3 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Nov 08
4 h 25 m
Buses on Nov 08
6
Distance
206 km
Cheap tickets

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

Fast buses

On Sun, Nov 08, we found 6 buses from Galway to Letterkenny, including 6 direct services.

On Sun, Nov 08 the direct buses cover the 206 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .

On Sun, Nov 08 the slowest buses will take 4 h 50 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.

  • Bus Feda Teoranta
    0 transfers
  • Bus Feda Teoranta
    0 transfers
  • Expressway (Bus Éireann)
    0 transfers
  • Expressway (Bus Éireann)
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  • Expressway (Bus Éireann)
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Galway to Letterkenny

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Take a bus from Galway to Letterkenny and enjoy the approximately 206 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 16:12.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
206 km
First bus
6:00 AM
Last bus
4:12 PM
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Galway to Letterkenny trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Galway to Letterkenny.

The earliest coach from Galway to Letterkenny leaves at 6:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Galway to Letterkenny leaves at 4:12 PM.

Live departures

Galway to Letterkenny bus times

The table below shows live departures for Galway to Letterkenny buses for today, Saturday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Expressway (Bus Éireann)6:00 AM Galway
4h23
10:23 AM Atu Letterkenny0 transfersDirect
Expressway (Bus Éireann)8:45 AM Galway
4h48
1:33 PM Atu Letterkenny0 transfersDirect
Bus Feda Teoranta9:00 AM Galway
3h50
12:50 PM Letterkenny Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Expressway (Bus Éireann)10:30 AM Galway
4h50
3:20 PM Atu Letterkenny0 transfersDirect
Expressway (Bus Éireann)2:10 PM Galway
4h48
6:58 PM Atu Letterkenny0 transfersDirect
Expressway (Bus Éireann)4:00 PM Galway
4h55
8:55 PM Atu Letterkenny0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Bus providers: Bus Feda Teoranta, Expressway (Bus Éireann), City Direct, Bus Éireann from Galway to LetterkennyYou can travel by bus between Galway to Letterkenny with Bus Feda Teoranta, Expressway (Bus Éireann), City Direct, Bus Éireann. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Bus Feda Teoranta

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Bus Feda Teoranta Duration
3h 35m
Bus Feda Teoranta frequency
2 a day

Expressway (Bus Éireann)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Expressway (Bus Éireann) Duration
4h 23m
Cheapest Expressway (Bus Éireann) Price
€35
Expressway (Bus Éireann) frequency
4 a day

City Direct

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average City Direct Duration
5h 4m
Cheapest City Direct Price
€37
City Direct frequency
1 a day

Bus Éireann

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Bus Éireann Duration
5h 3m
Bus Éireann frequency
1 a day

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Galway and Letterkenny

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Galway to Letterkenny, you can count on Bus Feda Teoranta, Expressway (Bus Éireann), City Direct, Bus Éireann for the best way to get you to Letterkenny. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Galway and Letterkenny and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
No, the coach from Galway to Letterkenny has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Galway to Letterkenny.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Galway to Letterkenny.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Galway to Letterkenny.
No, luggage for the coach from Galway to Letterkenny needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Galway to Letterkenny.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Galway to Letterkenny.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Galway to Letterkenny.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Galway to Letterkenny.

FAQs: Bus from Galway to Letterkenny

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galway to Letterkenny 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 Letterkenny, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, you can take a bus between Galway and Letterkenny.
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Galway to Letterkenny

Most Galway to Letterkenny buses use the Galway, Bus Station to Letterkenny, Port Road (ATU Donegal Letterkenny) station pair, with some services arriving at Letterkenny, Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Galway and Letterkenny bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Galway
Arrival bus stations in Letterkenny

Which Galway station do buses to Letterkenny leave from?

Buses from Galway to Letterkenny leave from Galway, Bus Station. The station is from Galway city centre at Galway Bus Station, Galway, Co. Galway, Ireland.
Galway, Bus StationGalway Bus Station, Galway, Co. Galway, IrelandWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Galway, Bus Station from Galway city centre

Bus425 · 42m · €6
425 · 45m · €6

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.

Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd)
City-centre transport

Getting to Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd) from Galway city centre

Bus404, 409 · 10m · €4 · every ~14 min
251 · 11m · €9
409, 404, 402 · 13m · €3 · every ~18 min

Bus stations for Galway to Letterkenny

Check bus stations information for Galway and Letterkenny, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

When departing from Galway , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Galway, Bus Station, Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd) . When arriving in Letterkenny , you can end your trip in coach stations like Letterkenny, Port Road (ATU Donegal Letterkenny), Letterkenny, Bus Station .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Galway, Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Letterkenny, Port Road (ATU Donegal Letterkenny), located 1 away from the city centre.

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