Bus from Athlone to Galway
1 direct route · about 95 min · first bus 08:45, last bus 23:45 (weekdays).
Next buses to Galway as of 12:46
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Athlone, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 763 | Citylink | ~95 min | 8 | Sat 8 · Sun 8 | 08:45 | 23:45 | TUS East Campus | ATU Galway | Ballinasloe, Loughrea & Oranmore |
Times are for the first boarding point in Athlone on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 763 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Athlone to Galway?
The 763 (Citylink) runs directly from Athlone to Galway. Board at TUS East Campus and get off at ATU Galway; the journey takes about 95 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Athlone to Galway?
Around 95 minutes on the 763, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Ballinasloe, Loughrea, Oranmore on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Athlone to Galway?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 08:45 and the last around 23:45. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Athlone to Galway?
Fares follow the National Transport Authority's fare structure — a TFI Leap Card is significantly cheaper than cash, with daily and weekly caps on most services.