How much is the bus ticket from Galway to Donegal?

The cheapest bus tickets from Galway to Donegal start at R 540. The average price for this route is around R 544. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Galway to Donegal?

The average bus journey time from Galway to Donegal is 4h 7m, covering a distance of 166 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 42m and is operated by Expressway .

Which bus companies service the Galway to Donegal route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Galway to Donegal at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 16:07.

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

A bus trip from Galway to Donegal produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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Next bus departures

Next departures from Galway to Donegal on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	16:00	Eireann Station	4h 12m	20:12	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	16:07	GMIT	4h 5m	20:12	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	Fastest

Next departures from Galway to Donegal on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:00	Eireann Station	3h 42m	09:42	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:45	Eireann Station	4h 7m	12:52	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	10:30	Eireann Station	4h 7m	14:37	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	12:00	Eireann Station	4h 7m	16:07	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	14:10	Eireann Station	4h 7m	18:17	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Galway to Donegal on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:00	Eireann Station	3h 42m	09:42	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:45	Eireann Station	4h 7m	12:52	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	10:30	Eireann Station	4h 7m	14:37	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	12:00	Eireann Station	4h 7m	16:07	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	14:10	Eireann Station	4h 7m	18:17	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Galway to Donegal on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:00	Eireann Station	3h 42m	09:42	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:45	Eireann Station	4h 7m	12:52	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	10:30	Eireann Station	4h 7m	14:37	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	12:00	Eireann Station	4h 7m	16:07	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	14:10	Eireann Station	4h 7m	18:17	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:37 AM GMT.

Get from Galway to Donegal

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 7 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 540, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

4h 7mAverage duration

166 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Galway and Donegal?

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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Stops in Donegal

A
Abbey Hotel Bus Stop
The Diamond, Donegal
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Compare bus companies

Expressway

4/5458 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.1

Based on 458 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 R 540

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Galway to Donegal by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Galway to Donegal?
The cheapest bus tickets from Galway to Donegal start at R 540. The average price for this route is around R 544. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Galway to Donegal?
The average bus journey time from Galway to Donegal is 4h 7m, covering a distance of 166 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 42m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Galway to Donegal route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Galway to Donegal?
The earliest bus departs from Galway to Donegal at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 16:07.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Galway to Donegal?
A bus trip from Galway to Donegal produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/12

R 497

14/12

R 497

Today

R 497

16/12

R 497

17/12

R 492

18/12

R 497

19/12

R 497

20/12

R 495

The cheapest trip from Galway to Donegal was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 492

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

You can expect to pay from R 492 to R 497 for a bus ticket from Galway to Donegal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 492, which is on 2025-12-17.