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

The cheapest way to get from Roscommon to Galway is to bus which costs €9 - €14 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Roscommon to Galway is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs €13 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Roscommon and Galway?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Roscommon and arriving at Galway Cathedral. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Roscommon and Galway?

No, there is no direct train from Roscommon to Galway. However, there are services departing from Roscommon and arriving at Galway via Athlone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Roscommon to Galway?

The distance between Roscommon and Galway is 80 km. The road distance is 78.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Roscommon to Galway without a car is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs €9 - €14.

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

The bus from Roscommon to Galway Cathedral takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Roscommon to Galway bus from?

Roscommon to Galway bus services, operated by Roscommon Coaches, depart from Roscommon station.

Where do I catch the Roscommon to Galway train from?

Roscommon to Galway train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Roscommon station.

Train or bus from Roscommon to Galway?

The best way to get from Roscommon to Galway is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs €9 - €14. Alternatively, you can line 803 train and train, which costs €10 - €17 and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Roscommon to Galway bus arrive?

Roscommon to Galway bus services, operated by Roscommon Coaches, arrive at Galway Cathedral station.

Where does the Roscommon to Galway train arrive?

Roscommon to Galway train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Athlone station.

Can I drive from Roscommon to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Roscommon to Galway is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Roscommon to Galway.

Where can I stay near Galway?

There are 558+ hotels available in Galway.

Roscommon to Galway - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 803 train, and car

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

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 Roscommon to Galway Cathedral433
1h 30m
€9–14
Line 803 train, train
1. Take the train from Roscommon to Athlone803 / ...
2. Take the train from Athlone to GalwayIc / ...
2h 29m
€11–16
Drive 78.6 km
1. Drive from Roscommon to Galway78.6 km
1h 7m
€14–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Roscommon to Galway78.6 km
1h 7m
€110–150

Roscommon to Galway by bus

39Weekly Buses

1h 30mAverage Duration

€9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79.7 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

Roscommon Coaches operates a bus from Roscommon to Galway Cathedral 4 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 30m. Bus Éireann also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roscommon to Galway via Athlone in around 2h 29m.

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