- Must visit
Titanic Belfast
Major interactive museum telling the story of the ship, the city’s industrial heritage and the dock where Titanic was built.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Galway to Belfast
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 11 Nov
- Cheapest price on 11 Nov
- £0
- Average ticket price on 11 Nov
- £32
- Fastest journey on 11 Nov
- 4 h 30 m
- Average journey duration on 11 Nov
- 4 h 42 m
- Buses on 11 Nov
- 14
- Distance
- 251 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Galway to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast coaches
To travel from Galway to Belfast you need to make at least one change.
12:15 5h30 Galway 17:45 Belfast Find prices3 changes14:15 5h30 Galway 19:45 Belfast Find prices3 changes3:15 4h30 Galway 7:45 Belfast £37 1 One-way 1 change4:15 4h30 Galway 8:45 Belfast £37 1 One-way 1 change6:45 5h00 Galway 11:45 Belfast £37 1 One-way 1 change
3:15 4h30 Galway 7:45 Belfast £37 1 One-way 1 change4:15 4h30 Galway 8:45 Belfast £37 1 One-way 1 change8:00 4h45 Galway 12:45 Belfast £37 1 One-way 1 change9:00 4h45 Galway 13:45 Belfast £37 1 One-way 1 change6:45 5h00 Galway 11:45 Belfast £37 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Galway to Belfast
Ireland
United Kingdom
Take a bus from Galway to Belfast and enjoy the approximately 251 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 19:15.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £164
Distance 251 km |
First bus 3:15 |
Last bus 19:15 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £164
Frequently asked questions about your Galway to Belfast trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Galway to Belfast.
The earliest coach from Galway to Belfast leaves at 3:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Galway to Belfast leaves at 19:15.
Live departures
Galway to Belfast bus times
The table below shows live departures for Galway to Belfast coaches for today, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:45 Galway | 5h00 | 22:45 Belfast | 1 change | |
| 19:15 Galway | 5h30 | 0:45 Belfast | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 11 November | |||||
| 3:15 Galway | 4h30 | 7:45 Belfast | 1 change | |
| 4:15 Galway | 4h30 | 8:45 Belfast | 1 change | |
| 6:45 Galway | 5h00 | 11:45 Belfast | 1 change | |
| 8:00 Galway | 4h45 | 12:45 Belfast | 1 change | |
| 9:00 Galway | 4h45 | 13:45 Belfast | 1 change | |
| 9:45 Galway | 5h00 | 14:45 Belfast | 1 change | |
| 11:45 Galway | 5h00 | 16:45 Belfast | 1 change | |
| 12:15 Galway | 5h30 | 17:45 Belfast | 3 changes | |
| 12:15 Galway | 5h30 | 17:45 Belfast | 2 changes | |
| 13:45 Galway | 5h00 | 18:45 Belfast | 1 change | |
| 14:15 Galway | 5h30 | 19:45 Belfast | 3 changes | |
| 15:15 Galway | 5h30 | 20:45 Belfast | 1 change | |
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Complete guide to Belfast
Things to do in Belfast
Discover the best of Belfast — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Belfast trip today.
- Must visit
Ulster Museum
National museum with art, archaeology, natural history and local history collections beside Botanic Gardens.
- Recommended
Golden Thread Gallery
Contemporary gallery in the Cathedral Quarter showing rotating exhibitions by Irish and international artists in a compact city-centre space.
- Must visit
Titanic Quarter
Revived waterfront district with dockside walks, Titanic landmarks, public art and harbour views close to major visitor sites.
- Must visit
Cathedral Quarter
Historic quarter known for cobbled lanes, street art, music venues and handsome warehouse architecture around St Anne’s Cathedral.
- Recommended
Ormeau Park
Leafy Victorian park with broad lawns, river walks and an excellent viewpoint over Belfast from the hilltop.
Ulster Fry
A Northern Irish breakfast with fried eggs, bacon, sausages, soda bread, potato bread and black pudding. A staple local start to the day.
- Vegetarian
Soda Bread
A dense quick bread made with bicarbonate of soda instead of yeast. It is a classic Belfast and Ulster bakery staple, often served at breakfast.
- Vegetarian
Potato Bread
A flat griddled bread made from mashed potato, flour and butter. It is a much-loved part of the Ulster Fry and everyday home cooking.
OX Belfast
Modern Irish restaurant known for carefully sourced local produce and polished yet relaxed dining in the Cathedral Quarter.
The Muddlers Club
Stylish brasserie and bar serving seasonal Irish dishes, seafood and steaks in a lively city-centre setting.
St George's Market
Long-standing market with trusted stalls for local breads, seafood, traybakes and hot food. Ideal for sampling Belfast flavours casually.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and pub meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or casual lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest: 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included, round up for taxis, and tipping in cafés is optional.
FAQs: Galway to Belfast coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galway to Belfast 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 Belfast, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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