The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ennis to Galway
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ennis to Galway is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ennis to Galway will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 5 buses that leave Ennis for Galway every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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.
5:222h49Ennis Bóthar Na Trócaire8:11Galway£91One-way0 changes
7:342h46Ennis Bóthar Na Trócaire10:20Galway£91One-way0 changes
9:482h53Ennis Bóthar Na Trócaire12:41Galway£91One-way0 changes
11:042h53Ennis Bóthar Na Trócaire13:57Galway£91One-way0 changes
13:042h53Ennis Bóthar Na Trócaire15:57Galway£91One-way0 changes
8:251h20Ennis Station9:45Galway£151One-way0 changes
9:251h20Ennis Station10:45Galway£151One-way0 changes
10:251h20Ennis Station11:45Galway£151One-way0 changes
11:251h20Ennis Station12:45Galway£151One-way0 changes
12:251h20Ennis Station13:45Galway£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ennis to Galway
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ennis to Galway among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 48 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£10 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ennis to Galway bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ennis to Galway coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:22 Ennis Bóthar Na Trócaire | 2h49 | 8:11 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:34 Ennis Bóthar Na Trócaire | 2h46 | 10:20 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:25 Ennis Station | 1h20 | 9:45 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:25 Ennis Station | 1h20 | 10:45 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:48 Ennis Bóthar Na Trócaire | 2h53 | 12:41 Galway | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ennis to Galway
Buses from Ennis to Galway run on average 51 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 51 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:05, the last at 21:25. The fastest coach covers the 48 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 48 km |
Average bus duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 51 |
Direct buses 51 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 7:05 |
Last bus 21:25 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: Alibus, Bus Éireann from Ennis to GalwayYou can travel by bus between Ennis to Galway with Alibus, Bus Éireann for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ennis to Galway coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ennis 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.

- 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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