How far is Galway from Dublin by coach?

The distance between Dublin and Galway by coach is approximately 115 miles (184 km).

Is there a way to reach Galway from Dublin without a car?

The best way to go from Dublin to Galway without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus from Dublin to Galway from £16 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Dublin to Galway on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:25	Dublin Busaras	6h 46m	14:11	GMIT	Cheapest
Bus	13:22	Dublin N4	5h 11m	18:33	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	07:25	Dublin Busaras	9h 2m	16:27	GMIT	No tags
Bus	07:25	Dublin Busaras	9h 2m	16:27	GMIT	No tags
Bus	07:25	Dublin Busaras	6h 46m	14:11	GMIT	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Galway on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:45	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	09:15	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	13:45	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	09:15	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:00	Dublin Busaras	9h 27m	16:27	GMIT	No tags
Bus	06:45	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	09:45	New Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Galway on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:15	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	02:45	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:30	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	03:00	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	03:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	05:45	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:00	Dublin Busaras	9h 27m	16:27	GMIT	No tags
Bus	06:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	09:15	New Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Galway on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:15	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	02:45	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:30	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	03:00	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	03:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	05:45	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:00	Dublin Busaras	9h 27m	16:27	GMIT	No tags
Bus	06:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	09:15	New Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Galway on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:15	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	02:45	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:30	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	03:00	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	03:45	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:30	Dublin Busaras	8h 8m	14:38	GMIT	No tags
Bus	03:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	05:45	New Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Galway on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:15	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	02:45	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:30	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	03:00	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	03:45	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:30	Dublin Busaras	8h 8m	14:38	GMIT	No tags
Bus	03:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	05:45	New Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Dublin to Galway on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:15	Crampton Quay, Temple Bar	2h 30m	02:45	New Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:30	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	03:00	New Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	03:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	2h 30m	05:45	New Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:00	Dublin Busaras	9h 27m	16:27	GMIT	No tags
Bus	06:15	Dublin Airport Arrival Terminal 1	3h	09:15	New Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 06:24 GMT.

Get from Dublin to Galway

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

100bus per day

3hAverage duration

115 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Expressway

4/5440 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.1

Citylink

4.5/5675 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi4.3

Travelers have shared overwhelmingly positive experiences with this bus service, highlighting its punctuality and the friendly, helpful nature of the staff. The buses are described as comfortable and well-equipped with amenities like WiFi and clean bathrooms. However, some users noted minor issues such as tight seating or mismatched scheduling boards inside terminals. Overall, passengers appreciate the smooth journeys provided by attentive drivers who ensure a pleasant travel experience.

Irish Citylink Dublin Galway recent customer reviews

Bus left on time and arrived at my destination on time, the trip was very comfortable

Sean M.

10 November 2025

Helpful staff, very pleasant. On time. However scheduling boards inside terminal did not match actual bus times.

Loretta J.

5 October 2025

We left a bag at the airport by mistake. Calem really impressed us by really going out of his way to help us out. The ride down was amazing

Linda C.

24 September 2025

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Where are the popular stops in Dublin and Galway?

Stops in Dublin

A - Dublin Airport

B - City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)

C - Custom House Quay

D - Por

E - Dublin

F - Ferryport Terminal 2

Stops in Galway

A - Eireann Station

B - New Coach Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dublin to Galway

How far is Galway from Dublin by coach?
The distance between Dublin and Galway by coach is approximately 115 miles (184 km).
Is there a way to reach Galway from Dublin without a car?
The best way to go from Dublin to Galway without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

£34

17/11

£32

Today

£32

19/11

£16

20/11

£16

21/11

£16

22/11

£16

23/11

£16

The cheapest trip from Dublin to Galway was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £16

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

You can expect to pay from £16 to £64 for a bus ticket from Dublin to Galway based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Expressway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.