What is the travel distance from Galway to Derry-Londonderry?

The distance between the two cities is 139 miles (223 km).

Bus Galway to Derry-Londonderry from $35 | Compare & Save up to 10%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Galway to Derry-Londonderry on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:07pm	GMIT	5h 28m	5:35pm	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:07pm	GMIT	5h 33m	9:40pm	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Eireann Station	5h 35m	2:20pm	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Eireann Station	5h 35m	5:35pm	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:10pm	Eireann Station	5h 35m	7:45pm	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Galway to Derry-Londonderry on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:37am	GMIT	5h 28m	4:05pm	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	6:00am	Eireann Station	5h 10m	11:10am	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:07pm	GMIT	5h 28m	5:35pm	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:07pm	GMIT	5h 33m	9:40pm	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Eireann Station	5h 35m	2:20pm	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Galway to Derry-Londonderry on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:37am	GMIT	5h 28m	4:05pm	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	6:00am	Eireann Station	5h 10m	11:10am	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:07pm	GMIT	5h 28m	5:35pm	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:07pm	GMIT	5h 33m	9:40pm	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Eireann Station	5h 35m	2:20pm	Londonderry Derry Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 4:58 AM GMT.

Get from Galway to Derry-Londonderry

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

5h 35mAverage Duration

137 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

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Expressway

4/5443 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the timely service and competent drivers. The scenic views during the journey were particularly appreciated. However, some travelers noted that USB plug-ins were unavailable and Wi-Fi connectivity was inconsistent throughout their trip. Despite these minor issues, overall satisfaction with the travel experience remains high due to excellent driver performance and beautiful scenery.

Expressway Galway Derry-Londonderry recent customer reviews

Interesting trip disappointed no usb plug ins and wifi was patchy but scenery was great & drivers were great

Susan M.

September 6, 2025

The service was on time, the drivers were competent, it was outstanding as I had never seen the countryside before

Steve P.

September 28, 2024

Very good

Eoin C.

December 23, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Galway to Derry-Londonderry by bus

What is the travel distance from Galway to Derry-Londonderry?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/21

$36

11/22

$35

Today

$36

11/24

$36

11/25

$36

11/26

$35

11/27

$35

11/28

$36

The cheapest trip from Galway to Derry-Londonderry was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $35

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

You can expect to pay from $35 to $36 for a bus ticket from Galway to Derry-Londonderry based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-11-26.