What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast to Galway?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Galway is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which costs €35 - €50 and takes 5h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to Galway?

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Galway is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Galway?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Galway station. However, there are services departing from Glengall Street and arriving at Galway Coach Station via Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Galway?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Galway. However, there are services departing from Belfast Great Central and arriving at Galway via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Belfast to Galway?

The distance between Belfast and Galway is 377 km. The road distance is 302.4 km.

How do I travel from Belfast to Galway without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to Galway without a car is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 5h 7m and costs €35 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Belfast to Galway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Galway bus from?

Belfast to Galway bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Glengall Street station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Galway train from?

Belfast to Galway train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Great Central station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Galway?

The best way to get from Belfast to Galway is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 5h 7m and costs €35 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Belfast to Galway bus arrive?

Belfast to Galway bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 station.

Where does the Belfast to Galway train arrive?

Belfast to Galway train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Galway is 302 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Belfast to Galway.

Where can I stay near Galway?

There are 566+ hotels available in Galway.

Belfast to Galway - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Galway by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Galway Coach Stationbus 761 / ...
5h 7m
€37–45
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Galwaytrain Re
6h 4m
€35–49
Drive 302.4 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Galwaycar 302.4 km
3h 40m
€53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 14 to Cavan Bus Stationbus 271
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 65
6h 49m

Belfast to Galway by bus

112Weekly Buses

5h 7mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Belfast to Galway.

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Distance: 377.5 km
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Galway, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Glengall Street to Galway Coach Station via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Belfast Great Central to Galway via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 6h 4m.

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