How much is the bus ticket from Castlebar to Galway?

The cheapest bus tickets from Castlebar to Galway start from $20. The average price for this route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Castlebar to Galway?

The average bus trip duration from Castlebar to Galway is 1h 48m, covering a distance of 42 miles (67 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by Expressway .

Which bus companies service the Castlebar to Galway route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Citylink , Expressway .

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

The earliest bus departs from Castlebar to Galway at 6:27am. And the latest bus departs at 8:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Castlebar to Galway generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Castlebar 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 715 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Castlebar to Galway?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Castlebar 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.

Bus Castlebar to Galway from $12 | Compare & Save up to 38%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Castlebar to Galway on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:50pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 35m	7:25pm	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	9:17am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	11:12am	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	12:23pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	2:18pm	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	3:18pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	5:13pm	Eireann Station	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Galway on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:27am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	1h 53m	8:20am	Galway Cathedral	Cheapest
Bus	5:50pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 35m	7:25pm	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	7:47am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	1h 53m	9:40am	Galway Cathedral	No tags
Bus	9:17am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	11:12am	Eireann Station	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Galway on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:20pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 45m	10:05pm	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:50pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 35m	7:25pm	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	6:27am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	1h 53m	8:20am	Galway Cathedral	No tags
Bus	9:17am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	11:12am	Eireann Station	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Galway on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:50pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 35m	7:25pm	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	7:47am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	1h 53m	9:40am	Galway Cathedral	No tags
Bus	9:17am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	11:12am	Eireann Station	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Galway on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:50pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 35m	7:25pm	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	6:27am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	1h 53m	8:20am	Galway Cathedral	No tags
Bus	9:17am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	11:12am	Eireann Station	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Galway on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:50pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 35m	7:25pm	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	6:27am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	1h 53m	8:20am	Galway Cathedral	No tags
Bus	9:17am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	11:12am	Eireann Station	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Galway on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:50pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 35m	7:25pm	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	6:27am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	1h 53m	8:20am	Galway Cathedral	No tags
Bus	9:17am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	11:12am	Eireann Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:52 PM GMT.

Get from Castlebar to Galway

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 48 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

1h 48mAverage Duration

42 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Castlebar and Galway?

Stops in Castlebar

A
Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop
Stephen Garvey Way, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland
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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

Citylink

4.5/5717 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4.3

Expressway

3.5/5484 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Castlebar to Galway by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Castlebar to Galway?
The cheapest bus tickets from Castlebar to Galway start from $20. The average price for this route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Castlebar to Galway?
The average bus trip duration from Castlebar to Galway is 1h 48m, covering a distance of 42 miles (67 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Castlebar to Galway route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Citylink, Expressway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Castlebar to Galway?
The earliest bus departs from Castlebar to Galway at 6:27am. And the latest bus departs at 8:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Castlebar to Galway?
A bus trip from Castlebar to Galway generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Castlebar 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 715 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Castlebar to Galway?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citylink has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Castlebar to Galway?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Castlebar 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

01/06

$18

01/07

$20

Today

$20

01/09

$19

01/10

$12

01/11

$12

01/12

$12

01/13

$12

The cheapest trip from Castlebar to Galway was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $12

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

You can expect to pay from $12 to $20 for a bus ticket from Castlebar to Galway based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2026-01-10.