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How to get from Galway to Athlone?

Are you planning to travel to Athlone from Galway and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Galway to Athlone, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Galway and Athlone, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Iarnród Éireann, Bus Eireann or Citylink), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Galway and Athlone, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Galway Athlone trip.

For your trip from Galway to Athlone, you have several transport options

Galway to Athlone bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Galway to Athlone, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Galway to Athlone train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Galway Athlone train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Galway to Athlone transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Galway Athlone

City of departure
Galway
Ireland
Destination city
Athlone
Ireland
Distance
47 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by train and coach
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Plan your trip from Galway to Athlone easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Galway to Athlone easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Galway and Athlone that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as Iarnród Éireann, Bus Eireann or Citylink to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Galway and Athlone with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Galway and Athlone

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Galway to Athlone?
Accessibility Train stations in Galway or Athlone are located in the city centre, making it easy to use other means of transport to reach the city centre.
Flexibility Galway Athlone train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Galway to Athlone?
Prices Coach tickets from Galway to Athlone are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Athlone (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Travel time Buses from Galway to Athlone are usually much slower than trains to Athlone to cover the 47 mi distance.

Where to start from in Galway? Where do I arrive in Athlone?

Galway departure bus stations

Dublin Rd (GMIT)
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Dublin Rd (Opp GMIT)
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Galway (Bus Station)
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Galway Departure Stations

Galway
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Athlone arrival coach stations

Athlone (Bus Station)
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Athlone IT (Main Entrance)
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Athlone, Athlone B&Q
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Athlone Arrival Stations

Athlone
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coach Galway Athlone

Buses between Galway and Athlone usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before travelling. In any case, breaks at motorway service stations are provided.

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when booking. In most cases, cancelling or changing your Galway-Athlone coach ticket will incur additional costs.

The average price of a bus ticket for the Galway-Athlone route varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all coach prices from Galway to Athlone on Vivanoda.

Bus companies Galway Athlone

Bus Eireann
Bus Eireann
Citylink
Citylink
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Trains Galway Athlone

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Galway to Athlone at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Galway to Athlone. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transport between Galway and Athlone.

Train tickets from Galway to Athlone can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Train companies from Galway to Athlone

Iarnród Éireann
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