What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast to Galway?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Galway is to train which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to Galway?

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Galway is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Galway?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Galway. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Galway Coach Stn via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Galway?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Galway. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Galway via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Belfast to Galway?

The distance between Belfast and Galway is 378 km. The road distance is 302.3 km.

How do I travel from Belfast to Galway without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to Galway without a car is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 5h 7m and costs €40 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Belfast to Galway?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Belfast to Galway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Galway bus from?

Belfast to Galway bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Grand Central Station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Galway train from?

Belfast to Galway train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Galway?

The best way to get from Belfast to Galway is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 5h 7m and costs €40 - €170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Belfast to Galway bus arrive?

Belfast to Galway bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Terminal 1 Zone 1 station.

Where does the Belfast to Galway train arrive?

Belfast to Galway train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Galway is 302 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Belfast to Galway.

Where can I stay near Galway?

There are 676+ hotels available in Galway.

Belfast to Galway - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Galway by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Galway Coach Stnbus 761 / ...
5h 7m
€41–168
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
5h 39m
€39–55
Drive 302.3 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Galwaycar 302.3 km
3h 40m
€54–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 14 to Cavan Bus Stationbus 271
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Stn to Galway Ceanntbus 65
6h 42m

Belfast to Galway by bus

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Distance: 377.6 km
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Galway, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Grand Central Station to Galway Coach Stn via Terminal 1 Zone 1 and Airport Zone 13 in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Galway via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 39m.

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