The cheapest and fastest coaches from Galway to Ballinasloe
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Galway to Ballinasloe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Galway to Ballinasloe will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 buses that leave Galway for Ballinasloe every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Galway to Ballinasloe
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Galway to Ballinasloe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 55 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£13 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Galway to Ballinasloe coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs AirCoach?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AirCoach, but also compare tickets for the likes of Citylink to find the best option for your trip from Galway to Ballinasloe.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Busbud or Checkmybus?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Galway to Ballinasloe.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Galway to Ballinasloe
Buses from Galway to Ballinasloe run on average 7 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 18:00. The fastest coach covers the 55 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 55 km |
Average bus duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 18:00 |
Bus providers: AirCoach, Citylink from Galway to BallinasloeYou can travel by bus between Galway to Ballinasloe with AirCoach, Citylink for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Galway to Ballinasloe coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galway to Ballinasloe 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 Ballinasloe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- AirCoach
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- AirCoach
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- AirCoach
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- AirCoach
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
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