Galway to Dublin Bus

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Galway to Dublin by bus

The journey from Galway to Dublin by bus is 182.87 km and takes 5 hrs 42 mins. There are 159 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:01 and the last at 21:20. It is possible to travel from Galway to Dublin by bus for as little as €16.70 or as much as €56.08. The best price for this journey is €16.70.

Lowest Price	€16.70
Journey Duration	5 hrs 42 mins
Connection per Day	Irish Citylink 159
Lowest Price	Irish Citylink €16.70
Highest Price	Irish Citylink €56.08
First Departure	Irish Citylink 00:01
Last Departure	Irish Citylink 21:20
Distance	Irish Citylink 182.87 km
Departure	Irish Citylink Galway
Arrival	Irish Citylink Dublin
Carriers	Irish Citylink Irish Citylink

Galway to Dublin Bus Times

Departure date

Wednesday 18 Jun 2025

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Best time to book Galway to Dublin travel

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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 €16.57 to €26.58 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 38% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Galway to Dublin

The cheapest Galway - Dublin bus tickets can be found for as low as €15.16 if you’re lucky, or €17.31 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €19.54.

Find the best day to travel to Dublin by bus

When travelling to Dublin 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!

Galway to Dublin 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 Galway to Dublin?

A bus ticket from Galway to Dublin is €28.71. 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 Galway to Dublin?

The cheapest ticket you can get from Galway to Dublin 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 Galway and Dublin by bus?

Galway to Dublin is 182.87 km.

How long does the bus between Galway and Dublin take?

Galway to Dublin is on average 5 hrs 42 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 30 mins.

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

Galway to Dublin has 159 connection(s) per day on average.

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

The earliest bus from Galway to Dublin departs at 00:01. 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 Galway to Dublin depart?

The latest bus from Galway to Dublin departs at 21:20. 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 Galway to Dublin 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 Galway to Dublin?

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus from Galway to Dublin?

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

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

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

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