How much is the bus ticket from Dublin to Galway?

The cheapest bus tickets from Dublin to Galway start from $32. The average price for this route is around $80. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Dublin to Galway?

The average bus travel time from Dublin to Galway is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 186 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by Citylink .

Which bus companies service the Dublin to Galway route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 118 buses available per day, including services from Expressway , Citylink .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dublin to Galway?

The earliest bus departs from Dublin to Galway at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dublin to Galway?

A bus trip from Dublin to Galway generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Dublin to Galway?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citylink , with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 688 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dublin to Galway?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citylink has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Dublin to Galway?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Citylink , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dublin to Galway?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citylink , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for Dublin to Galway on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:45pm	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	11:15pm	New Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:15pm	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	12:15am	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Dublin Busaras	8h 8m	2:38pm	GMIT	No tags
Bus	9:45pm	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	12:45am	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Dublin Busaras	8h 8m	2:38pm	GMIT	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Galway on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	2:45am	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:30am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	3:00am	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:15am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	3:45am	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Dublin Busaras	9h 27m	4:27pm	GMIT	No tags
Bus	3:15am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	5:45am	New Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Galway on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	2:45am	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:30am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	3:00am	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	3:15am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	5:45am	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Dublin Busaras	9h 27m	4:27pm	GMIT	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	9:15am	New Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Galway on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	2:45am	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:30am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	3:00am	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	3:15am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	5:45am	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Dublin Busaras	9h 27m	4:27pm	GMIT	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	9:15am	New Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Galway on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	2:45am	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:30am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	3:00am	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	3:15am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	5:45am	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Dublin Busaras	9h 27m	4:27pm	GMIT	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	9:15am	New Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Dublin to Galway on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	2:45am	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:30am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	3:00am	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	3:15am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	5:45am	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Dublin Busaras	9h 27m	4:27pm	GMIT	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	9:15am	New Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:29 PM GMT.

Get from Dublin to Galway

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

118bus per day

5h 40mAverage Duration

186 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Dublin and Galway?

Stops in Dublin

A
Dublin Airport
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B
City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)
Outside the Gresham Hotel on O'Connell Street, North City, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland
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C
Custom House Quay
Dublin (Custom House), Custom House Quay, at Custom House
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D
Por
Irish Ferries Terminal, Toll Gasoline Center, Terminal Rd S, Dublin Port, Dublin, Ireland
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E
Dublin
Prince's Street North, North City, Dublin, Ireland
F
Ferryport Terminal 2
Dublin Port Ferryport (Terminal 2), Ireland

Stops in Galway

A
Eireann Station
Station Rd, Galway, Ireland
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B
New Coach Station
Unit 29, Teach Fiontraíochta, Fairgreen Rd, Galway, Ireland
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Compare bus companies

Expressway

4/5458 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

Citylink

4.5/5692 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4.3

Passengers consistently praise the punctuality and comfort of their journeys, highlighting friendly and helpful staff as a standout feature. Many appreciated the smooth rides with well-equipped buses offering amenities like WiFi. A few reviews mentioned minor issues such as tight seating or lack of clear signage at bus stops, but overall satisfaction remains high due to efficient service and courteous drivers.

Irish Citylink Dublin Galway recent customer reviews

Fantastic new bus, driver was very professional and helpful and also the drive was very smooth

Jordan E.

November 26, 2025

Bus left on time and arrived at my destination on time, the trip was very comfortable

Sean M.

November 10, 2025

Helpful staff, very pleasant. On time. However scheduling boards inside terminal did not match actual bus times.

Loretta J.

October 5, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dublin to Galway by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Dublin to Galway?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dublin to Galway start from $32. The average price for this route is around $80. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dublin to Galway?
The average bus travel time from Dublin to Galway is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 186 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by Citylink.
Which bus companies service the Dublin to Galway route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 118 buses available per day, including services from Expressway, Citylink.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dublin to Galway?
The earliest bus departs from Dublin to Galway at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dublin to Galway?
A bus trip from Dublin to Galway generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Dublin to Galway?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citylink, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 688 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dublin to Galway?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citylink has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Dublin to Galway?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Citylink, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dublin to Galway?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citylink, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-11

$62

12-12

$62

Today

$62

12-14

$29

12-15

$29

12-16

$29

12-17

$29

12-18

$29

The cheapest trip from Dublin to Galway was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $29

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dublin to Galway, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $29 to $116 for a bus ticket from Dublin to Galway based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-14.

Usually Expressway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.