Dublin to Galway Bus

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Dublin to Galway by bus

The journey from Dublin to Galway by bus is 182.87 km and takes 5 hrs 53 mins. There are 180 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:15 and the last at 23:59. It is possible to travel from Dublin to Galway by bus for as little as €16.70 or as much as €61.60. The best price for this journey is €16.70.

Lowest Price	€16.70
Journey Duration	5 hrs 53 mins
Connection per Day	Irish Citylink 180
Lowest Price	Irish Citylink €16.70
Highest Price	Irish Citylink €61.60
First Departure	Irish Citylink 00:15
Last Departure	Irish Citylink 23:59
Distance	Irish Citylink 182.87 km
Departure	Irish Citylink Dublin
Arrival	Irish Citylink Galway
Carriers	Irish Citylink Irish Citylink

Dublin to Galway Bus Times

Departure date

Sunday 15 Jun 2025

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around €17.19 to €29.42 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 42% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Dublin to Galway

The cheapest Dublin - Galway bus tickets can be found for as low as €15.11 if you’re lucky, or €17.28 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €19.22.

Find the best day to travel to Galway by bus

When travelling to Galway by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Dublin to Galway CO2 Emissions by Bus

Train

12.8kg

Bus

13.72kg

Flight

36.57kg

Car

29.26kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Dublin to Galway?

A bus ticket from Dublin to Galway is €31.35. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as €16.70.

What's the cheapest bus ticket from Dublin to Galway?

The cheapest ticket you can get from Dublin to Galway is €16.70. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.

What's the distance between Dublin and Galway by bus?

Dublin to Galway is 182.87 km.

How long does the bus between Dublin and Galway take?

Dublin to Galway is on average 5 hrs 53 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 30 mins.

How many bus connections per day go from Dublin to Galway?

Dublin to Galway has 180 connection(s) per day on average.

What time does the first bus from Dublin to Galway leave?

The earliest bus from Dublin to Galway departs at 00:15. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

What time does the last bus from Dublin to Galway depart?

The latest bus from Dublin to Galway departs at 23:59. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

Should I book my ticket from Dublin to Galway in advance?

If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is €16.70 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.

How many direct connections depart from Dublin to Galway?

There are on average 54 direct connection(s) from Dublin to go to Galway.

What's the fastest journey time between Dublin to Galway by bus?

The fastest journey time by bus between Dublin and Galway is 2 hrs 30 mins.

Is there a direct bus from Dublin to Galway?

Yes, there is a direct bus between Dublin and Galway.

What are the CO2 emissions for Dublin to Galway by bus?

The bus journey from Dublin to Galway creates 13.72kg of CO2 emissions.

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