How far is Maynooth from Galway?

The distance between the two cities is 102 miles (164 km).

What are the best sights and things to do in Galway?

Once in Galway, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Menlo Castle, Aughnanure Castle, Galway Atlantaquaria, Connemara Smokehouse and Druid Lane Theatre.

Bus Maynooth to Galway from $37 | Compare & Save up to 36%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Maynooth to Galway on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:04am	Maynooth Straffan Rd	6h 9m	5:13pm	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:58am	Maynooth Straffan Rd	4h 35m	12:33pm	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	7:58am	Maynooth Straffan Rd	4h 42m	12:40pm	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	7:58am	Maynooth Straffan Rd	4h 42m	12:40pm	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	7:58am	Maynooth Straffan Rd	6h 20m	2:18pm	Eireann Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:12 AM GMT.

Get from Maynooth to Galway

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

6h 1mAverage Duration

100 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

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Expressway

4/5443 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

Based on 443 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at $56

IE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Maynooth to Galway by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/19

$37

11/20

$37

Today

$37

11/22

$37

11/23

$38

11/24

$38

11/25

$37

11/26

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The cheapest trip from Maynooth to Galway was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $37

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

You can expect to pay from $37 to $57 for a bus ticket from Maynooth to Galway based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-11-22.