How much is the bus ticket from Letterkenny to Galway?

The cheapest bus tickets from Letterkenny to Galway start at R 611. The average price for this route is around R 615. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Letterkenny to Galway?

The average bus journey time from Letterkenny to Galway is 4h 43m, covering a distance of 206 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 21m and is operated by Expressway .

Which bus companies service the Letterkenny to Galway route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Letterkenny to Galway at 07:48. And the latest bus departs at 16:12.

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

A bus trip from Letterkenny to Galway produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus from Letterkenny to Galway from R 555 | Compare & Save up to 10%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Letterkenny to Galway on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:48	Letterkenny Port	4h 52m	12:40	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	16:12	Letterkenny Port	4h 21m	20:33	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	07:57	Letterkenny Port	4h 43m	12:40	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	09:48	Letterkenny Port	4h 57m	14:45	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	09:57	Letterkenny Port	4h 48m	14:45	Eireann Station	No tags

Next departures from Letterkenny to Galway on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:48	Letterkenny Port	4h 52m	12:40	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	16:12	Letterkenny Port	4h 21m	20:33	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	07:57	Letterkenny Port	4h 43m	12:40	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	09:48	Letterkenny Port	4h 57m	14:45	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	09:57	Letterkenny Port	4h 48m	14:45	Eireann Station	No tags

Next departures from Letterkenny to Galway on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:48	Letterkenny Port	4h 52m	12:40	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	16:12	Letterkenny Port	4h 21m	20:33	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	07:57	Letterkenny Port	4h 43m	12:40	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	09:48	Letterkenny Port	4h 57m	14:45	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	09:57	Letterkenny Port	4h 48m	14:45	Eireann Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:09 PM GMT.

Get from Letterkenny to Galway

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 43 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 611, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

4h 43mAverage duration

206 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Letterkenny and Galway?

Stops in Letterkenny

A
Letterkenny - Bus Station
Ramelton Rd, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, 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

4/5458 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 611

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Letterkenny to Galway 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 Letterkenny to Galway?
The cheapest bus tickets from Letterkenny to Galway start at R 611. The average price for this route is around R 615. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Letterkenny to Galway?
The average bus journey time from Letterkenny to Galway is 4h 43m, covering a distance of 206 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 21m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Letterkenny to Galway route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Letterkenny to Galway?
The earliest bus departs from Letterkenny to Galway at 07:48. And the latest bus departs at 16:12.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Letterkenny to Galway?
A bus trip from Letterkenny to Galway produces an estimated 5 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

12/12

R 558

13/12

R 557

Today

R 555

15/12

R 562

16/12

R 558

17/12

R 560

18/12

R 557

19/12

R 563

The cheapest trip from Letterkenny to Galway was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 555

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

You can expect to pay from R 555 to R 563 for a bus ticket from Letterkenny to Galway based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 557, which is on 2025-12-18.