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Bus Galway to Athlone: Trip Overview
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Based on 1212 reviews, the company was rated 4.4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Aircoach ticket prices on this trip start at $17.00
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The bus left before the designated time, didn’t even make the trip despite the fact I was in the queue waiting for my ticket to be scanned.
Galway to Athlone Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 39 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 1:30AM - 6:36PM |
Minimum Price | $15 |
Average Ticket Price | $17 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 54m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 1h2m |
Distance | 49 miles (78 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | Aircoach |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Galway and Athlone?
Station Rd, Galway, Ireland
Eireann StationUnit 29, Teach Fiontraíochta, Fairgreen Rd, Galway, Ireland
New Coach StationArcadia SC, Clonbrusk, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland
B&Q Arcadia CentreAthlone AIT, Garrycastle, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland
AITGlenina, Southern Station Rd, Cloghanboy West, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland
Athlone Bus StationFrequently asked questions for your trip Galway - Athlone
The best way to travel from Galway to Athlone is by bus. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.
The average travel time from Galway to Athlone is about 1h 2m, although the fastest bus will take 54m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 47 miles (76 km) that separate the two cities.
The distance between the two cities is 47 miles (76 km).
On average, there are 39 daily departures on this route, offered by Aircoach. The number of buses from Galway to Athlone can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Galway to Athlone a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!
The first bus leaves at 1:30 AM and the last one leaves at 6:36 PM.
The majority of buses traveling from Galway to Athlone start their journey at Eireann Station and wind up at B&Q Arcadia Centre. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $17.
The average bus ticket price from Galway to Athlone is $17. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $17 to $18, so it's good to do your research before booking.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Galway to Athlone. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 1h 48m. So you'll have enough time to visit Athlone before returning to Galway in the evening.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Galway to Athlone, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $15 to $15 for a bus ticket from Galway to Athlone based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2024-03-23.
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Bus Travel Tips
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Did you know?
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