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How to get from Galway to Athlone?

Planning to travel to Galway from Athlone and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Galway to Athlone, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Galway and Athlone, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Iarnród Éireann, Bus Eireann or Citylink), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Galway to Athlone, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Galway Athlone trip.

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

Bus tickets from Galway to Athlone

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

Galway to Athlone train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Galway Athlone train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Galway to Athlone transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Galway Athlone Travel Information

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

Plan your trip from Galway to Athlone easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like 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 in a few clicks the tickets between Galway and Athlone that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like 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 Galway and Athlone with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Galway and Athlone

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Galway to Athlone?
Accessibility The train stations in Galway or Athlone are located in the city center, making it easy to access other means of transportation to get to the city center.
Flexibility Galway Athlone train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Galway to Athlone?
Price The price of bus tickets from Galway to Athlone are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Athlone (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling as well), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travelers.
Travel time Buses from Galway to Athlone are mostly much slower than trains to Athlone to cover the 47 mi distance of the trip.

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

Galway Departure Bus Stations

Dublin Rd (GMIT)
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Dublin Rd (Opp GMIT)
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Galway (Bus Station)
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Departure stations in Galway

Galway
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Athlone arrival 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 Arrival Stations

Athlone
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Bus Galway Athlone

Buses between Galway and Athlone usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway 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 making a reservation. Most of the time, cancelling or changing your Galway-Athlone bus ticket will incur additional costs.

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

Bus companies Galway Athlone

Bus Eireann
Bus Eireann
Citylink
Citylink
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Trains Galway Athlone

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

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

Train companies between Galway and Athlone

Iarnród Éireann
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