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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Galway to Ennis
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Galway to Ennis is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Galway to Ennis will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 24 buses that leave Galway for Ennis every day 24 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 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.
6:002h50Galway8:50Ennis Station£91One-way0 changes- 7:002h45Galway9:45Ennis Station£91One-way0 changes
- 9:002h59Galway11:59Ennis Station£91One-way0 changes
- 10:302h59Galway13:29Ennis Station£91One-way0 changes
- 12:453h00Galway15:45Ennis Station£91One-way0 changes
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7:051h15Galway8:20Ennis Station£151One-way0 changes- 8:051h15Galway9:20Ennis Station£151One-way0 changes
- 9:051h15Galway10:20Ennis Station£151One-way0 changes
- 10:051h15Galway11:20Ennis Station£151One-way0 changes
- 11:051h15Galway12:20Ennis Station£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Galway to Ennis
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Galway to Ennis among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 48 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£13 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Galway to Ennis bus times
The table below shows live departures for Galway to Ennis coaches for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:05 Galway | 1h15 | 11:20 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:30 Galway | 2h59 | 13:29 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:05 Galway | 1h15 | 12:20 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:05 Galway | 1h15 | 13:20 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:45 Galway | 3h00 | 15:45 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:05 Galway | 1h15 | 14:20 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:05 Galway | 1h15 | 15:20 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:25 Galway | 3h00 | 17:25 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:05 Galway | 1h15 | 16:20 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:05 Galway | 1h15 | 17:20 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:00 Galway | 3h00 | 20:00 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:05 Galway | 1h15 | 18:20 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:05 Galway | 1h15 | 19:20 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:15 Galway | 2h45 | 21:00 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:05 Galway | 1h15 | 20:20 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:05 Galway | 1h15 | 21:20 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:30 Galway | 2h35 | 23:05 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:15 Galway | 2h34 | 0:49 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 5 August | |||||
| 6:00 Galway | 2h50 | 8:50 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:00 Galway | 2h45 | 9:45 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:05 Galway | 1h15 | 8:20 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:05 Galway | 1h15 | 9:20 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:00 Galway | 2h59 | 11:59 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:05 Galway | 1h15 | 10:20 Ennis Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Galway to Ennis
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Buses from Galway to Ennis run on average 51 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 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 15m.
Distance 48 km |
Average bus duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 51 |
Direct buses 51 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 7:05 |
Last bus 21:25 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: Alibus, Expressway (Bus Éireann), Bus Éireann from Galway to EnnisYou can travel by bus between Galway to Ennis with Alibus, Expressway (Bus Éireann), Bus Éireann for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Galway to Ennis coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galway to Ennis 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 Ennis, 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.
- Alibus
- 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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Important Stations and Airports in Galway and Ennis
Most Galway to Ennis buses use the Galway, Bus Station to Ennis, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Ennis, Clareabbey Vision House. Use this guide to compare Galway and Ennis bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Galway, Bus Station from Galway city centre
Getting to Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd) from Galway city centre
Getting to Ennis, Bus Station from Ennis city centre
Getting to Ennis, Clareabbey Vision House from Ennis city centre
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