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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ballina Humbert St Circular Road | Galway Cathedral | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Ballina Bus Station | GMIT | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Ballina Bus Station | GMIT | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ballina Humbert St Circular Road | Galway Cathedral | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ballina Bus Station | GMIT | No tags |
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Get from Ballina to Galway
The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ballina and Galway?
Stops in Ballina
- AKevin Barry St, Carrowcushlaun West, Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland
Stops in Galway
- AStation Rd, Galway, Ireland
- BUnit 29, Teach Fiontraíochta, Fairgreen Rd, Galway, Ireland
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ballina to Galway by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ballina to Galway?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ballina to Galway start from $21. The average price for this route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ballina to Galway?
The average bus trip duration from Ballina to Galway is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 59 miles (94 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Citylink.
Which bus companies service the Ballina to Galway route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Citylink, Expressway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ballina to Galway?
The earliest bus departs from Ballina to Galway at 5:40am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ballina to Galway?
A bus trip from Ballina to Galway generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Ballina to Galway?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citylink, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 679 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ballina to Galway?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citylink has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Ballina to Galway?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Citylink, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ballina to Galway?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citylink, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ballina to Galway was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ballina to Galway, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $20 for a bus ticket from Ballina to Galway based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-12-02.
