How much is the bus ticket from Donegal to Galway?

The cheapest coach tickets from Donegal to Galway start from £25. The average price for this route is around £25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Donegal to Galway?

The average bus journey time from Donegal to Galway is 3h 53m, covering a distance of 103 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 38m and is operated by Expressway .

Which bus companies service the Donegal to Galway route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Donegal to Galway?

The earliest bus departs from Donegal to Galway at 08:40. And the latest bus departs at 16:55.

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

A bus journey from Donegal to Galway produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Donegal to Galway from £22 | Compare & Save up to 10%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Donegal to Galway on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 53m	12:33	GMIT	Cheapest
Bus	16:55	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 38m	20:33	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	10:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 58m	14:38	GMIT	No tags
Bus	12:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 47m	16:27	GMIT	No tags
Bus	14:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 53m	18:33	GMIT	No tags

Next departures from Donegal to Galway on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 53m	12:33	GMIT	Cheapest
Bus	16:55	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 38m	20:33	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	10:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 58m	14:38	GMIT	No tags
Bus	12:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 47m	16:27	GMIT	No tags
Bus	14:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 53m	18:33	GMIT	No tags

Next departures from Donegal to Galway on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 53m	12:33	GMIT	Cheapest
Bus	16:55	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 38m	20:33	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	10:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 58m	14:38	GMIT	No tags
Bus	12:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 47m	16:27	GMIT	No tags
Bus	14:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 53m	18:33	GMIT	No tags

Next departures from Donegal to Galway on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 53m	12:33	GMIT	Cheapest
Bus	16:55	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 38m	20:33	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	10:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 58m	14:38	GMIT	No tags
Bus	12:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 47m	16:27	GMIT	No tags
Bus	14:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	3h 53m	18:33	GMIT	No tags

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Get from Donegal to Galway

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 53 minutes, and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

3h 53mAverage duration

103 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Donegal and Galway?

Stops in Donegal

A
Abbey Hotel Bus Stop
The Diamond, Donegal
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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

4/5445 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3

Based on 445 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at £25

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Donegal to Galway

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

How much is the bus ticket from Donegal to Galway?
The cheapest coach tickets from Donegal to Galway start from £25. The average price for this route is around £25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Donegal to Galway?
The average bus journey time from Donegal to Galway is 3h 53m, covering a distance of 103 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 38m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Donegal to Galway route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Donegal to Galway?
The earliest bus departs from Donegal to Galway at 08:40. And the latest bus departs at 16:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Donegal to Galway?
A bus journey from Donegal to Galway produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

28/11

£22

29/11

£23

Today

£23

01/12

£22

02/12

£23

03/12

£23

04/12

£23

05/12

£23

The cheapest trip from Donegal to Galway was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £22

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

You can expect to pay from £22 to £23 for a bus ticket from Donegal to Galway based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-12-01.