Galway to Athlone Bus
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- Lowest price from €15.17
- Average duration 1h 3m
- Connections per day 20
- Distance 71 km
- CO₂ per person 6 kg
bus from Galway to Athlone
The journey from Galway to Athlone is about 71 km. On average a bus trip takes 1h 3m with 20 connections per day.
| Lowest price | €15.17 |
|---|---|
| Trip duration | 1h 3m |
| Connections per day | 20 |
| Lowest price | €15.17 |
| Highest price | €15.17 |
| First departure | 11:36 AM |
| Last departure | 06:30 PM |
| Distance | 71 km |
| Departure | Galway |
| Arrival | Athlone |
| Travel operator | Aircoach Aircoach |
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How can I get the cheapest bus tickets to travel from Galway to Athlone?
When you're traveling from Galway to Athlone, you can expect to pay an average of approximately €15.17. You might be able to find prices as low as €15.17, but it all depends on how you travel. Some forms of transport are cheaper than others, and prices will vary according to time of day, day of the week, season, and other factors. For the cheapest bus tickets, make your reservation well in advance. If you can, travel at an off-peak time, as bus ticket prices will often be reduced. You might also be able to save money by booking a connecting journey, rather than a direct route. Be sure to check the conditions of the ticket before booking, as sometimes cheaper bus tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Use Virail to check your options before booking, to ensure that you find the lowest price for your journey.
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Prices will vary when you travel from Galway to Athlone. On average, though, you'll pay about €15.17 for a bus ticket. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper bus tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest bus tickets.
How long does the journey from Galway to Athlone take by bus?
The journey between Galway and Athlone by bus is approximately 71 km. It will take you more or less 1h 3m to complete this journey. This average figure does not take into account any delays that might arise on your route in exceptional circumstances. If you are planning to make a connection or operating on a tight schedule, give yourself plenty of time. The journey from Galway to Athlone covers a distance of 71 km. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 1h 3m. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 54 min. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from Galway to Athlone faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.
What time are the departures from Galway to Athlone?
If you prefer to travel early, you will usually find the first departure from Galway to Athlone leaving at 11:36 AM. Although things may change depending on the day, in general the last daily departure leaves at 06:30 PM.If you have some flexibility over the day on which you travel, you might find more options available to you. For example, some providers may only run early morning routes on weekdays, when people are traveling to work. You will often find fewer options available on weekends or public holidays. The first journey of the night departs from Galway at 11:36 AM. If you prefer to travel later in that night, the last departure will leave at 06:30 PM. Remember, these are the general times of journeys between Galway and Athlone. However, they are somewhat changeable as they may be affected by local events or holidays, peak seasons, or other factors. Always check your travel dates in advance to be on the safe side.
How many times a day do departures from Galway leave for Athlone?
The exact number of journeys from Galway to Athlone can vary from day to day. Some services may only run on particular days of the week, while others might be seasonal. In general, an average of 20 departures leave each day. These are run by a number of different transport providers, including . On particularly busy days, there can be up to departures. You can usually expect there to be more connections on weekdays. Many providers run fewer journeys on weekends or public holidays. As a traveler, you may prefer to take a direct route from Galway to Athlone. However, you will find more options available to you if you are willing to take a connecting route. These pass through one or more different cities, and you'll have to change along the way. Not all travelers feel comfortable making multiple connections, but if you are, then you will enjoy greater flexibility when making your booking. The exact number of daily departures from Galway to Athlone varies, but in general, you can expect to find 20 direct connections with no changes leaving each day. Travelers who are happy to take an indirect route will find, on average, 0 journeys with one change or more. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Galway to Athlone. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.
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FAQ
A bus ticket from Galway to Athlone costs €15.17. Prices vary by how far ahead you book and the time of day. Tickets start from €15.17.
The cheapest ticket from Galway to Athlone costs €15.17. Book as early as possible and avoid peak times.
Galway and Athlone are 71 km apart.
The journey from Galway to Athlone takes about 1h 3m on average. The fastest option takes 54 min.
This route is served by 1 operators: Aircoach.
There are about 20 connections per day from Galway to Athlone.
The first bus from Galway to Athlone leaves at 11:36 AM. Check times on your travel date.
The last bus from Galway to Athlone leaves at 06:30 PM. Check times on your travel date.
We recommend booking as early as possible. The bus we found costs €15.17 but prices can change.
There are about 20 direct connections from Galway to Athlone.
The shortest bus journey between Galway and Athlone takes 54 min.
Yes, there is a direct bus between Galway and Athlone.
The bus journey from Galway to Athlone generates 6 kg of CO₂.