Bus from Galway to Athlone
1 direct route · about 95 min · first bus 05:05, last bus 01:05 (weekdays).
Next buses to Athlone as of 12:46
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Galway, 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 | 05:05 | 01:05 | ATU Galway | TUS East Campus | Oranmore, Loughrea & Ballinasloe |
Times are for the first boarding point in Galway 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 Galway to Athlone?
The 763 (Citylink) runs directly from Galway to Athlone. Board at ATU Galway and get off at TUS East Campus; the journey takes about 95 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Galway to Athlone?
Around 95 minutes on the 763, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Oranmore, Loughrea, Ballinasloe on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Galway to Athlone?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 05:05 and the last around 01:05. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Galway to Athlone?
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.