How much is the bus ticket from Galway to Dublin?

The cheapest coach tickets from Galway to Dublin start from £18. The average price for this route is around £23. 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 Galway to Dublin?

The average bus journey time from Galway to Dublin is 3h, covering a distance of 116 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 30m and is operated by Citylink .

Which bus companies service the Galway to Dublin route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 108 buses available per day, including services from Expressway , Citylink .

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

The earliest bus departs from Galway to Dublin at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 21:10.

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

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

Which is the best bus company from Galway to Dublin?

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 679 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Galway to Dublin?

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 Galway to Dublin?

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 from Galway to Dublin on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:10	GMIT	7h 9m	04:19	Dublin N4	Cheapest
Bus	21:10	GMIT	7h 9m	04:19	Dublin N4	Fastest
Bus	21:10	GMIT	7h 29m	04:39	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	21:10	GMIT	7h 29m	04:39	Dublin Airport T2	No tags
Bus	21:00	Eireann Station	7h 19m	04:19	Dublin N4	No tags

Next departures from Galway to Dublin on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:45	New Coach Station	2h 30m	19:15	Dublin Bachelors Walk, Bachelors Walk, Dublin	CheapestFastest
Bus	16:45	New Coach Station	3h	19:45	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	06:00	Eireann Station	7h 12m	13:12	Dublin, Eden Quay	No tags
Bus	17:15	New Coach Station	3h	20:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	06:00	Eireann Station	7h 12m	13:12	Dublin, Eden Quay	No tags

Next departures from Galway to Dublin on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	New Coach Station	2h 30m	07:45	Dublin Bachelors Walk, Bachelors Walk, Dublin	Cheapest
Bus	00:01	New Coach Station	2h 30m	02:31	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	Fastest
Bus	01:15	New Coach Station	2h 30m	03:45	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	07:00	Eireann Station	9h 9m	16:09	Dublin, Eden Quay	No tags
Bus	01:45	New Coach Station	2h 30m	04:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags

Next departures from Galway to Dublin on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	New Coach Station	2h 30m	07:45	Dublin Bachelors Walk, Bachelors Walk, Dublin	Cheapest
Bus	00:01	New Coach Station	2h 30m	02:31	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	Fastest
Bus	01:15	New Coach Station	2h 30m	03:45	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	06:00	Eireann Station	7h 27m	13:27	Dublin, Eden Quay	No tags
Bus	01:45	New Coach Station	2h 30m	04:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags

Next departures from Galway to Dublin on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	New Coach Station	2h 30m	07:45	Dublin Bachelors Walk, Bachelors Walk, Dublin	Cheapest
Bus	00:01	New Coach Station	2h 30m	02:31	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	Fastest
Bus	01:15	New Coach Station	2h 30m	03:45	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	06:00	Eireann Station	7h 27m	13:27	Dublin, Eden Quay	No tags
Bus	01:45	New Coach Station	2h 30m	04:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags

Next departures from Galway to Dublin on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	New Coach Station	2h 30m	07:45	Dublin Bachelors Walk, Bachelors Walk, Dublin	Cheapest
Bus	00:01	New Coach Station	2h 30m	02:31	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	Fastest
Bus	01:15	New Coach Station	2h 30m	03:45	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags
Bus	06:00	Eireann Station	7h 27m	13:27	Dublin, Eden Quay	No tags
Bus	01:45	New Coach Station	2h 30m	04:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	No tags

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Get from Galway to Dublin

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

108bus per day

3hAverage duration

116 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Galway and Dublin?

Stops in Galway

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

Compare bus companies

Expressway

4/5444 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.1

Citylink

4.5/5680 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi4.3

Users have shared overwhelmingly positive experiences with this bus service, highlighting its punctuality, friendly and helpful staff, and comfortable buses equipped with modern amenities like Wi-Fi and USB chargers. The cleanliness of the coaches is frequently praised as well. While some users noted issues such as cold temperatures on board or difficulties converting online proof of purchase into a ticket, these did not overshadow the overall satisfaction reported by travelers.

Irish Citylink Galway Dublin recent customer reviews

The bus left right on time, and the bus wasn't too crowded for me to enjoy the 3-hours journey. Unfortunately, the bus was a bit too warm. I believe one of the passengers requested to turn the AC on more, but I don't think it worked well.

Soha M.

23 September 2025

The coach station is easy to find as well as easy to reach from the city center by foot. The staff is really friendly. Unfortunately there is no shop nearby, just a few automats at the station. We also had a break down On the speed way and therfore were delayed for 40 minutes. Of course people got nervous, too less communication from the crew to the passengers and we almost missed our flight.

Nicoline S.

26 August 2025

On time, modern comfortable bus, staff were most helpful and the trip was seemless

Clare M.

16 August 2025

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Galway to Dublin

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 Galway to Dublin?
The cheapest coach tickets from Galway to Dublin start from £18. The average price for this route is around £23. 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 Galway to Dublin?
The average bus journey time from Galway to Dublin is 3h, covering a distance of 116 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 30m and is operated by Citylink.
Which bus companies service the Galway to Dublin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 108 buses available per day, including services from Expressway, Citylink.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Galway to Dublin?
The earliest bus departs from Galway to Dublin at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 21:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Galway to Dublin?
A bus journey from Galway to Dublin produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Galway to Dublin?
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 679 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Galway to Dublin?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citylink has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Galway to Dublin?
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 Galway to Dublin?
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

26/11

£32

27/11

£32

Today

£32

29/11

£16

30/11

£16

01/12

£16

02/12

£16

03/12

£16

The cheapest trip from Galway to Dublin was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £16

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

You can expect to pay from £16 to £63 for a bus ticket from Galway to Dublin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-12-03.

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.