The cheapest and fastest buses from Longford to Galway
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Longford to Galway is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Longford to Galway will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 1 buses that leave Longford for Galway on Tue, Aug 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 2 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.
8:45 AM2h30Longford Station11:15 AMGalway€161One-way0 transfers
8:45 AM2h30Longford Station11:15 AMGalway€161One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Longford to Galway bus times
The table below shows live departures for Longford to Galway buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:45 AM Longford Station | 2h30 | 11:15 AM Galway | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Longford to Galway
Buses from Longford to Galway run on average 30 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 21:10. The fastest bus covers the 97 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 30 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 9:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: Bus Éireann from Longford to GalwayYou can travel by bus between Longford to Galway with Bus Éireann for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Longford to Galway
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford to Galway 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 Galway, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Longford to Galway
Most Longford to Galway buses use the Longford, Dublin Road (Texaco) to Galway, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd). Use this guide to compare Longford and Galway bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Longford, Main Street (Courthouse) from Longford city centre
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