🚌 Bus from Galway to Athlone
1 direct route · about 90 min · first bus 01:00, last bus 18:00 (weekdays).
💷 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. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 763 | Citylink | ~90 min | 8 | 01:00 | 18:00 | Galway Coach Stn |
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Galway to Athlone?
The 763 (Citylink) runs directly from Galway to Athlone.
How long does the bus take from Galway to Athlone?
Around 90 minutes on the 763, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Galway to Athlone?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 763) leaves around 01:00 and the last around 18:00. Check the route timetable 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.