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How to get from Athlone to Galway?

Are you planning to travel to Galway from Athlone 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 Athlone to Galway, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Athlone and Galway, 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 Athlone and Galway, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Athlone Galway trip.

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

Athlone to Galway bus

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

Athlone to Galway train

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

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

Travel information for Athlone Galway

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

Plan your trip from Athlone to Galway 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 Athlone and Galway 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 Athlone and Galway with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Athlone and Galway

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

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

Athlone departure bus 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 Departure Stations

Athlone
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Galway arrival coach stations

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

Galway
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coach Athlone Galway

Buses between Athlone and Galway 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 Athlone-Galway coach ticket will incur additional costs.

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

Bus companies Athlone Galway

Bus Eireann
Bus Eireann
Citylink
Citylink
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Trains Athlone Galway

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Athlone to Galway 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 Athlone to Galway. 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 Athlone and Galway.

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

Train companies from Athlone to Galway

Iarnród Éireann
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