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Bus Galway to Athlone: Trip Overview

Bus Galway to Athlone: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$17
Average bus trip duration1h 2m
Number of daily buses35
Earliest bus departure01:30
Distance46 miles
Latest bus departure18:36

Galway to Athlone buses

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Information on this bus route

Daily Buses35
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures01:30 - 18:36
Minimum PriceUS$15
Average Ticket PriceUS$17
Minimum Trip Duration5m
Average Bus Trip Duration1h2m
Distance46 miles
Bus companies on this routeAircoach
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Galway - Athlone

The average bus ticket price from Galway to Athlone is US$17. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Galway to Athlone is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Galway and Athlone is around 1h 2m, although the fastest bus will take about 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 47 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Galway to Athlone can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 35 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Galway to Athlone by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Galway to Athlone, you can travel comfortably and safely with Aircoach.

Buses travelling between Galway and Athlone leave from Eireann Station or New Coach Station and arrive at B&Q Arcadia Centre, AIT, Athlone Bus Station.

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

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The cheapest trip from Galway to Athlone was searched and found on 30 Apr 2024 with a price of US$15

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

You can expect to pay from US$15 to US$15 for a bus ticket from Galway to Athlone based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$15, which is on 2024-04-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Galway to Athlone.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Galway to Athlone will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Galway to Athlone, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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