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

The cheapest way to get from Foynes to Galway is to bus via Limerick which costs €19 - €29 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Foynes to Galway is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Foynes and Galway?

No, there is no direct bus from Foynes to Galway station. However, there are services departing from Foynes and arriving at Galway Ceannt Station via Henry Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Foynes to Galway?

The distance between Foynes and Galway is 147 km. The road distance is 130.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Foynes to Galway without a car is to bus via Limerick which takes 3h 33m and costs €19 - €29.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Foynes to Galway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Foynes to Galway bus from?

Foynes to Galway bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Foynes station.

Where does the Foynes to Galway bus arrive?

Foynes to Galway bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Harvey's Quay station.

Can I drive from Foynes to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Foynes to Galway is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Foynes to Galway.

Where can I stay near Galway?

There are 566+ hotels available in Galway.

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

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

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

Car ferry, drive, train
best
1. Take the car ferry from Tarbert to Killimercarferry
2. Drive from Killimer to Enniscar
3. Take the train from Ennis to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
3h 31m
€23–50
Bus via Limerick
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Foynes to Harvey's Quaybus 314
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 251
3h 33m
€19–28
Drive 130.2 km
1. Drive from Foynes to Galwaycar 130.2 km
1h 32m
€22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Foynes to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 314
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 51
4h 30m
€25–35

Foynes to Galway by bus

52Weekly Buses

3h 33mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 147.2 km
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Foynes, Ireland and Galway, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Foynes to Galway Ceannt Station via Harvey's Quay and Henry Street in around 3h 33m.

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