The cheapest and fastest buses from Galway to Tralee
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Galway to Tralee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Galway to Tralee will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
It's difficult to get from Galway to Tralee without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Galway to Tralee
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Galway to Tralee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €32.
Distance: 120 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€20 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 39m Average total duration 13h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Galway to Tralee bus times
The table below shows live departures for Galway to Tralee buses for today, Thursday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:30 PM Galway | 4h10 | 9:40 PM Tralee Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Galway | 4h10 | 9:40 PM Tralee Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Galway | 3h10 | 10:40 PM Tralee Prince's Street | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, November 14 | |||||
![]() | 8:30 AM Galway | 4h10 | 12:40 PM Tralee Prince's Street | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Galway | 4h10 | 2:40 PM Tralee Prince's Street | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Galway | 4h10 | 3:40 PM Tralee Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Galway | 5h10 | 4:40 PM Tralee Prince's Street | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Galway to Tralee
Buses from Galway to Tralee run on average 64 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 18:20. The fastest bus covers the 120 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 120 km |
Average bus duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 64 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 06:15 |
Last bus 18:20 |
Bus providers: Infobus, European Sleeper, Citylink from Galway to TraleeYou can travel by bus between Galway to Tralee with Infobus, European Sleeper, Citylink for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Galway to Tralee
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galway to Tralee 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 Tralee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Galway, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Galway, Bus Station and Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd). When arriving in Tralee, you can end your journey in coach stations like Tralee, Bus Station and Tralee, R875 (University Hospital Kerry).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Galway, Bus Station, which is located around 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Tralee, Bus Station, located 0.3 miles (490 m) away from the city centre.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Galway to Tralee, follow these tips:
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- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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