What is the travel distance from Castlebar to Galway?

The distance separating Castlebar and Galway is 42 miles (67 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Castlebar to Galway?

The majority of buses traveling from Castlebar to Galway start their journey at Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop and wind up at Eireann Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Galway?

Once in Galway, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Céide Fields, The Latin Quarter, Cnoc Suain Conamara, Dun Aonghasa and Druid Lane Theatre.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for Castlebar to Galway on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:50pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 35m	7:25pm	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	9:17am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	11:12am	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	12:23pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	2:18pm	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	3:18pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	5:13pm	Eireann Station	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Galway on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:50pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 35m	7:25pm	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	9:17am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	11:12am	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	6:27am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	1h 53m	8:20am	Galway Cathedral	No tags
Bus	12:23pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	2:18pm	Eireann Station	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Galway on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:50pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 35m	7:25pm	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	6:27am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	1h 53m	8:20am	Galway Cathedral	No tags
Bus	9:17am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	11:12am	Eireann Station	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Galway on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:50pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 35m	7:25pm	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	6:27am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	1h 53m	8:20am	Galway Cathedral	No tags
Bus	9:17am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	11:12am	Eireann Station	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Galway on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:50pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 35m	7:25pm	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	6:27am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	1h 53m	8:20am	Galway Cathedral	No tags
Bus	9:17am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	11:12am	Eireann Station	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Galway on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:50pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 35m	7:25pm	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	7:47am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	1h 53m	9:40am	Galway Cathedral	No tags
Bus	9:17am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	11:12am	Eireann Station	No tags

Next departures for Castlebar to Galway on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:50pm	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 35m	7:25pm	GMIT	Fastest
Bus	6:47am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	8:42am	Eireann Station	No tags
Bus	6:27am	Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop	1h 53m	8:20am	Galway Cathedral	No tags
Bus	9:17am	Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way	1h 55m	11:12am	Eireann Station	No tags

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Get from Castlebar to Galway

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 48 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

1h 48mAverage Duration

42 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

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Citylink

4.5/5675 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4.3

Expressway

4/5440 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

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Where are the popular stops in Castlebar and Galway?

Stops in Castlebar

A - Castlebar - Stephen Garvey Way Bus Stop

Stops in Galway

A - Eireann Station

B - New Coach Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Castlebar to Galway by bus

What is the travel distance from Castlebar to Galway?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Castlebar to Galway?
What are the best sights and things to do in Galway?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/15

$18

11/16

$18

Today

$18

11/18

$18

11/19

$18

11/20

$12

11/21

$12

11/22

$12

The cheapest trip from Castlebar to Galway was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Castlebar to Galway, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $12 to $19 for a bus ticket from Castlebar to Galway based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-11-21.

Usually Citylink will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.