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

The cheapest way to get from Coleraine to Galway is to train which costs €45 - €70 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coleraine to Galway is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Coleraine and Galway?

No, there is no direct bus from Coleraine to Galway station. However, there are services departing from Coleraine Buscentre and arriving at Galway Ceannt Station via Ulsterbus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Coleraine and Galway?

No, there is no direct train from Coleraine to Galway. However, there are services departing from Coleraine and arriving at Galway via Belfast Great Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Coleraine to Galway?

The distance between Coleraine and Galway is 344 km. The road distance is 302.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Coleraine to Galway without a car is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Coleraine to Galway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coleraine to Galway bus from?

Coleraine to Galway bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine Buscentre station.

Where do I catch the Coleraine to Galway train from?

Coleraine to Galway train services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine station.

Train or bus from Coleraine to Galway?

The best way to get from Coleraine to Galway is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Coleraine to Galway bus arrive?

Coleraine to Galway bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Foyle Street Bus Station.

Where does the Coleraine to Galway train arrive?

Coleraine to Galway train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central station.

Can I drive from Coleraine to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Coleraine to Galway is 303 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Coleraine to Galway.

Where can I stay near Galway?

There are 566+ hotels available in Galway.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Coleraine 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
best
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 234 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 64
7h 25m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Galwaytrain Re
8h 5m
€48–68
Drive 302.8 km
1. Drive from Coleraine to Galwaycar 302.8 km
4h 22m
€54–77
Bus via Letterkenny
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 234 / ...
2. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus Station to Eyre Squarebus 964
7h 58m

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Map of how to get from Coleraine to Galway.

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Distance: 343.9 km
Duration: 7h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Galway Ceannt Station via Ulsterbus Depot in around 7h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Coleraine to Galway via Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 8h 5m.

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