How much is the bus ticket from Dublin to Galway?

The cheapest coach tickets from Dublin to Galway start from £18. The average price for this route is around £44. 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 Dublin to Galway?

The average bus journey time from Dublin to Galway is 5h 40m, 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 Dublin to Galway route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 119 buses available per day, including services from Expressway , Citylink .

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

The earliest bus departs from Dublin to Galway at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

A bus journey from Dublin to Galway 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 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 693 reviews.

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

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 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 from Dublin to Galway on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:55	Dublin Busaras	6h 30m	19:25	GMIT	Cheapest
Bus	13:18	Dublin N4	5h 15m	18:33	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	11:20	Dublin Busaras	9h 15m	20:35	GMIT	No tags
Bus	11:20	Dublin Busaras	9h 15m	20:35	GMIT	No tags
Bus	12:30	Dublin Busaras	8h 3m	20:33	GMIT	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Galway on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:45	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	13:15	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	13:45	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	10:45	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	13:45	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:00	Dublin Busaras	9h 27m	16:27	GMIT	No tags
Bus	11:45	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	14:45	New Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Galway on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:15	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	02:45	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:30	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	03:00	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	03:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	05:45	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:00	Dublin Busaras	9h 27m	16:27	GMIT	No tags
Bus	06:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	09:15	New Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Galway on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:15	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	02:45	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:30	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	03:00	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	03:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	05:45	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:00	Dublin Busaras	9h 27m	16:27	GMIT	No tags
Bus	06:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	09:15	New Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Galway on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:45	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	09:15	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	03:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	05:45	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	09:15	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:00	Dublin Busaras	9h 27m	16:27	GMIT	No tags
Bus	06:45	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	09:45	New Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Galway on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:45	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	09:15	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:30	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	03:00	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	03:45	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:30	Dublin Busaras	8h 8m	14:38	GMIT	No tags
Bus	03:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	05:45	New Coach Station	No tags

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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 £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

119bus per day

5h 40mAverage duration

116 milesDistance

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

4/5461 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.1

Citylink

4.5/5696 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.

26 November 2025

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

Sean M.

10 November 2025

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

Loretta J.

5 October 2025

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dublin 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 Dublin to Galway?
The cheapest coach tickets from Dublin to Galway start from £18. The average price for this route is around £44. 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 Dublin to Galway?
The average bus journey time from Dublin to Galway is 5h 40m, 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 Dublin to Galway route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 119 buses available per day, including services from Expressway, Citylink.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dublin to Galway?
The earliest bus departs from Dublin to Galway at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dublin to Galway?
A bus journey from Dublin to Galway 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 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 693 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Dublin to Galway?
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 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

19/12

£34

20/12

£34

Today

£32

22/12

£16

23/12

£16

24/12

£16

25/12

£16

26/12

£16

The cheapest trip from Dublin to Galway was searched and found on 22 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 Dublin to Galway as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £16 to £63 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 £16, which is on 2025-12-22.

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.