How to travel from Dublin to Galway
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Travel Information to Galway from Dublin
 | Distance | 115 miles (186 km) |
 | Available travel modes | Coach |
 | Fastest mode | Coach • €13 • 2 h 30 min |
 | Popular travel companies | Irish Citylink |
Take a coach to travel 115 miles (186 km) between Dublin and Galway. Irish Citylink is the main travel provider operating this route. Travellers can even take a direct from Dublin to Galway.
How to Travel from Dublin to Galway
Travellers have the option to choose between trains, buses and flights for the Dublin to Galway route. The distance between the two cities is 130 miles. In general, it is faster to travel by train, which takes 2 hours 18 minutes. Popular places to visit in Galway include the picturesque Wild Atlantic Way and also Connemara National Park.
Train: Trains from Dublin to Galway operate approximately once every two hours. There are direct services that take from 2 hours 18 minutes. Trains depart from Heuston Station and terminate at Galway Train Station.
Bus: There are approximately three direct bus services from Dublin to Galway per hour. The journey takes from 2 hours 42 minutes, and is served by Bus Éireann, Citylink, and GoBus. Buses usually depart from Busaras Bus Station, and terminate at Galway Coach Station.
Flight: Airlines that operate flights from Dublin to Galway include British Airways, Aer Lingus, and Ryanair. There are over 200 flights per day. This is usually an indirect flight that entails at least one stop, and takes from 3 hours 55 minutes. Flights depart from Dublin Airport, and arrive at Shannon Airport.
Travelling from Dublin to Galway: Travel Tips
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What is the cheapest way of getting from Dublin to Galway?
- The cheapest way to travel to Galway from Dublin is usually by bus, especially when booking in advance. What is the quickest way to travel between Dublin and Galway?
- It's faster to travel to Galway from Dublin by train.
Travel Tips: Travel from Dublin to Galway
How do you get from Dublin to Galway?
You can travel to Galway from Dublin by coach.
What is the fastest way to Galway from Dublin?
The fastest way to travel to Galway from Dublin is by coach, which requires on average 2 h 30 min of travel time.
How far is it from Dublin to Galway?
The Dublin to Galway distance is approximately 115 miles (186 km).
How many services a day are there to Galway from Dublin?
The average frequency per day from Dublin to Galway is:
- 25 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey to Galway from Dublin as scheduled services by coach can vary by season or day of the week.
When going from Dublin to Galway, where do I depart from Dublin and where do I arrive in Galway?
These are the most popular departure and arrival points when travelling from Dublin to Galway:
- Most travellers who purchase a coach ticket from Dublin to Galway depart from Dublin, Merrion Square to Galway, Coach Station.
Which travel companies can take me from Dublin to Galway?
Let Omio help you find the best company to travel with to Galway from Dublin:
- You can travel by coach between Dublin and Galway with Irish Citylink, and you can find Irish Citylink Dublin to Galway tickets for €13 on Omio.
What other destinations are worth visiting after travelling from Dublin to Galway?
How far in advance should I purchase tickets from Dublin to Galway online to get the best deals?
When planning your trip to Galway from Dublin, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to book and their prices in the next 7 days:
- Coach tickets cost on average €13 one way.
However, we recommend buying tickets from Dublin to Galway online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.
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