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Galway City Museum
City museum covering Galway's archaeology, maritime heritage and social history, with changing exhibitions near the Spanish Arch.
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£0.00
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
1 h 10 m
Buses on 03 Sept
15
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Claremorris to Galway is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 15 buses from Claremorris to Galway, including 15 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Claremorris to Galway among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 50 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Claremorris to Galway:
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Claremorris to Galway costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Galway take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 36m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-5.03. The journey takes 1h 12m versus 1h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Claremorris to Galway coaches for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:55 Claremorris | 1h10 | 22:05 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 3 September | |||||
![]() | 6:25 Claremorris | 1h10 | 7:35 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:23 Claremorris | 1h19 | 8:42 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:30 Claremorris | 1h10 | 9:40 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:53 Claremorris | 1h19 | 11:12 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:23 Claremorris | 1h17 | 12:40 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:25 Claremorris | 1h10 | 12:35 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:02 Claremorris | 1h16 | 14:18 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:25 Claremorris | 1h10 | 15:35 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:18 Claremorris | 1h17 | 16:35 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:57 Claremorris | 1h16 | 17:13 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:23 Claremorris | 1h17 | 18:40 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:25 Claremorris | 1h10 | 18:35 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:25 Claremorris | 1h10 | 19:35 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 Claremorris | 1h15 | 20:45 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Claremorris to Galway run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 24 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 21:10. The fastest coach covers the 50 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 50 km |
Average bus duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 21:10 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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City museum covering Galway's archaeology, maritime heritage and social history, with changing exhibitions near the Spanish Arch.
Contemporary art gallery presenting Irish and international exhibitions, artist talks and cultural events in the city centre.
Long-running city-centre gallery showing contemporary visual art in an intimate space with a varied annual programme.
Bustling pedestrian street in the Latin Quarter known for colourful shopfronts, buskers and a lively historic atmosphere.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes, pubs, shops and old buildings, ideal for wandering and soaking up Galway's character.
Seaside promenade stretching from the city towards Blackrock, popular for walks, bay views and a classic Galway outing.
A creamy chowder of Atlantic fish and shellfish, often served with brown bread. It reflects Galway’s strong fishing tradition and coastal produce.
Fresh oysters from nearby Galway Bay, prized for their clean briny flavour and long local shellfish heritage.
Mussels grown in the waters of Killary or Galway Bay, usually steamed with garlic, cream or white wine. A staple of the west coast seafood scene.
Stylish fine dining room focused on seasonal Irish ingredients and carefully prepared tasting-style dishes.
Long-running city centre restaurant serving Irish and European dishes with a polished but relaxed dining room.
Bustling Latin Quarter venue known for local seafood, oysters and classic Irish cooking in an informal atmosphere.
Moderate by Irish standards. Rooms and dining cost more than many EU cities, but buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included only sometimes. In restaurants, 10% for good service is enough. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Claremorris to Galway by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Galway, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Claremorris to Galway buses use the Claremorris, Dalton Street (Aghna's Coffee Bar) to Galway, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd). Use this guide to compare Claremorris and Galway bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Claremorris, Dalton Street (Aghna's Coffee Bar) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Aghna's Coffee Bar is located at the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Claremorris, Dalton Street (Aghna's Coffee Bar). ATMs are available at Claremorris, Dalton Street (Aghna's Coffee Bar).
Ticket office support is available at Claremorris, Dalton Street (Aghna's Coffee Bar).
Available at Claremorris, Dalton Street (Aghna's Coffee Bar): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Claremorris, Dalton Street (Aghna's Coffee Bar): Basic accessibility features available.
Claremorris, N17 (Top Oil Claremorris Service Station) is 2 km from Claremorris city centre. Public transport options include:
Claremorris, N17 (Top Oil Claremorris Service Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café and food services available at the service station.
Wi-Fi is available at Claremorris, N17 (Top Oil Claremorris Service Station). ATMs are available at Claremorris, N17 (Top Oil Claremorris Service Station).
Ticket office support is available at Claremorris, N17 (Top Oil Claremorris Service Station).
Available at Claremorris, N17 (Top Oil Claremorris Service Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Claremorris, N17 (Top Oil Claremorris Service Station): Basic accessibility features are available at the station.
Galway, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Galway, Bus Station. ATMs are aTM available near the bus station entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Galway, Bus Station.
Available at Galway, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Galway, Bus Station: Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
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