The average bus between Dublin and Clifden takes 5h 6m and the fastest bus takes 4h 9m. The bus service runs several times per day from Dublin to Clifden. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Dublin and Clifden. The earliest departure is at 12:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Dublin is at 5:15 PM which arrives into Clifden at 9:30 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 15m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Dublin to Clifden? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Dublin to Clifden. However, there are services departing from Crampton Quay station and arriving at Clifden station via Galway Coach Stn station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.
Dublin to Clifden bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Crampton Quay station.
Dublin to Clifden bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Clifden station.
The distance between Dublin and Clifden is 250.6 km. The road distance is 285 km.
You can take a bus from Crampton Quay to Clifden via Galway Coach Stn in around 5h.