Dublin to Galway

Dublin to Galway

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Dublin to Galway Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+2h 23m
$576.07
Bus
Irish Citylink
Standard AC
00:30
03:00
$23.57
  5.0
Bus
Irish Citylink
Standard AC
01:15
03:45
$23.57
  5.0
Bus
Irish Citylink
Standard AC
03:15
05:45
$23.57
  5.0
Bus
Irish Citylink
Standard AC
06:15
09:15
$23.57
  5.0
Bus
Irish Citylink
Standard AC
06:45
09:45
$23.57
  5.0
Bus
Expressway
Standard AC
07:04
15:22
$56.97
Bus
Expressway
Standard AC
07:20
15:22
$56.97
Bus
Expressway
Standard AC
07:40
14:13
$49.78
Bus
Expressway
Standard AC
08:00
17:22
$60.29
Bus
Expressway
Standard AC
08:20
17:22
$60.29
Bus
Irish Citylink
Standard AC
08:45
11:45
$23.57
  5.0
Bus
Irish Citylink
Standard AC
09:15
12:15
$23.57
  5.0
Bus
Irish Citylink
Standard AC
09:45
12:45
$23.57
  5.0
Bus
Expressway
Standard AC
10:04
17:22
$56.97
Bus
Expressway
Standard AC
10:20
17:22
$56.97
Bus
Irish Citylink
Standard AC
10:45
13:45
$23.57
  5.0
Bus
Expressway
Standard AC
11:06
19:22
$54.20
Bus
Expressway
Standard AC
11:25
18:40
$49.78
Bus
Irish Citylink
Standard AC
11:45
14:45
$23.57
  5.0

How to get from Dublin to Galway

When you want to get from Dublin to Galway, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 636.57. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 20.84.

How far is Dublin from Galway?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Dublin to Galway. Your trip will be a total of 72 miles (115 km). The flying distance is 72 miles (115 km).

How long does it take to get from Dublin to Galway?

The travel time from Dublin to Galway can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 8 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Dublin to Galway?

The cost of the trip from Dublin to Galway varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Irish Citylink: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 20.84 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 636.57.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Dublin to Galway:

  • Bus tickets - USD 20.96 to USD 54.73;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 409.86 to USD 636.92.

How many trips per day are there between Dublin and Galway?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 00:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:59. There are 60 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Dublin to Galway any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Dublin to Galway is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Dublin to Galway. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 409.86.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Dublin to Galway

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Dublin to Galway? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Dublin to Galway

Facts about the transport from Dublin to Galway

Cheapest Transport$21
Fastest Transport2h 18m
Earliest Departure12:15 凌晨
Latest Departure11:59 晚上
Departures per day68
Distance115 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Expressway, Irish Citylink