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Bus from Galway to Dublin Airport: Journey Information
There are 37 intercity buses per day from Galway to Dublin Airport. Traveling by bus from Galway to Dublin Airport usually takes around 2 hours and 45 minutes, but the fastest Irish Citylink bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 117 mi (188 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $26.15 |
| Trips per day | 37 |
| Most frequent service | Irish Citylink |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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Galway to Dublin Airport Bus Schedule
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Irish CitylinkThere are several bus options that can take you from Galway to Dublin Airport:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Galway to Dublin Airport?
Bus tickets for a trip from Galway to Dublin Airport cost $26.15 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Galway to Dublin Airport by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Galway to Dublin Airport in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $26 to $27. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on September 15, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Dublin Airport this week, bus tickets are available starting at $27.
Average bus ticket prices from Galway to Dublin Airport by month
Traveling from Galway to Dublin Airport by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $27 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 26 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $0.41 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Galway to Dublin Airport?
There are multiple buses that travel from Galway to Dublin Airport, including Irish Citylink. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular bus lines:
| BUS | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish Citylink | 37 | 2h 45m | $26.40 |
Book Irish Citylink from Galway to Dublin Airport from $26.15. There are 37 trips per day offered by Irish Citylink from Galway to Dublin Airport and you can expect on average to pay $26.40 for a Irish Citylink ticket to Dublin Airport. In Galway, Irish Citylink departs to Dublin Airport from New Coach Station. In Dublin Airport, Irish Citylink arrives at Dublin Airport.
An average trip on Irish Citylink from Galway to Dublin Airport takes 2 hours and 45 minutes, while the fastest available Irish Citylink trip will get you to Dublin Airport in 2 hours and 30 minutes.
On weekends, Irish Citylink offers 36 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $26.15 for a weekend trip to Dublin Airport.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Galway to Dublin Airport
Bus tickets for a trip from Galway to Dublin Airport cost $26.15 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
There are 37 scheduled buses that travel from Galway to Dublin Airport every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Galway to Dublin Airport without transferring.
TRIPS PER DAY
37
DIRECT TRIPS
37
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 117 miles from Galway to Dublin Airport. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 30 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
DISTANCE (MI)
117
DISTANCE (KM)
188
The first bus leaves at 12:01am and the last bus leaves at 8:15pm. To see the times for all buses from Galway to Dublin Airport, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
EARLIEST BUS
12:01am
LATEST BUS
8:15pm
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Dublin Airport at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Galway?
Main departure station: New Coach Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Galway.
All bus stations in Galway:
- New Coach Station
Where does the bus arrive in Dublin Airport?
Main arrival station: Dublin Airport
All buses from Galway arrive at one main station in Dublin Airport.
All bus stations in Dublin Airport:
- Dublin Airport
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