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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dublin to Castlebar
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£33
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 10 m
Buses on 18 Sept
6
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dublin to Castlebar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Castlebar will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 buses from Dublin to Castlebar, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 209 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 55 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.
0:153h30Dublin3:45Castlebar£241One-way0 changes- 7:303h30Dublin11:00Castlebar£241One-way0 changes
- 8:454h25Dublin13:10Castlebar£361One-way1 change
- 11:154h55Dublin16:10Castlebar£361One-way1 change
- 7:154h30Dublin11:45Castlebar£401One-way1 change
- 0:153h30Dublin3:45Castlebar£241One-way0 changes
- 7:303h30Dublin11:00Castlebar£241One-way0 changes
- 8:454h25Dublin13:10Castlebar£361One-way1 change
- 7:154h30Dublin11:45Castlebar£401One-way1 change
- 11:154h55Dublin16:10Castlebar£361One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dublin to Castlebar
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Castlebar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, while a coach costs an average of £33.
Distance: 209 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dublin to Castlebar:
A train is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Dublin to Castlebar costing on average £33.
Other travel options to Castlebar take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 58m.
Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £8. The journey takes 4h 58m versus 3h 12m 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.
Direct services are operated by Citylink.
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.
Live departures
Dublin to Castlebar bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Castlebar coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:15 Dublin | 4h30 | 11:45 Castlebar | 1 change | |
| 7:30 Dublin | 3h30 | 11:00 Castlebar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:45 Dublin | 4h25 | 13:10 Castlebar | 1 change | |
| 9:45 Dublin | 5h00 | 14:45 Castlebar | 1 change | |
| 11:15 Dublin | 4h55 | 16:10 Castlebar | 1 change | |
| 11:30 Dublin | 3h30 | 15:00 Castlebar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:15 Dublin | 4h30 | 17:45 Castlebar | 1 change | |
| 14:15 Dublin | 4h25 | 18:40 Castlebar | 1 change | |
| 15:00 Dublin | 3h30 | 18:30 Castlebar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:45 Dublin | 4h30 | 20:15 Castlebar | 1 change | |
| 16:45 Dublin | 4h20 | 21:05 Castlebar | 1 change | |
| 17:30 Dublin | 3h30 | 21:00 Castlebar | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:15 Dublin | 4h30 | 22:45 Castlebar | 1 change | |
| 20:30 Dublin | 3h30 | 0:00 Castlebar | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 0:15 Dublin | 3h30 | 3:45 Castlebar | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dublin to Castlebar
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Buses from Dublin to Castlebar run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £22 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 209 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 209 km |
Average bus duration 4h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 6:30 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Alibus, Citylink from Dublin to CastlebarYou can travel by bus between Dublin to Castlebar with Alibus, Citylink for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dublin to Castlebar coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Castlebar 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 Castlebar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alibus
- Pram/stroller access and dedicated wheelchair accessibility are available.
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- The cancellation policy depends on the type of ticket chosen.
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- One piece of baggage and one piece of hand luggage are allowed.
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- For medium-sized dogs, an additional ticket is required.
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- Small pets are allowed in carriers, and dogs must be muzzled and leashed
- guide dogs are allowed for free.
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