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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Melbourne is to train and fly which costs $850 - $2,500 and takes 27h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Melbourne is to train and fly which takes 27h 55m and costs $850 - $2,500.

How far is it from Galway to Melbourne?

The distance between Galway and Melbourne is 17504 km.

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

It takes approximately 32h 44m to get from Galway to Melbourne, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Galway and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 9h ahead of Galway. It is currently 1:14 PM in Galway and 10:14 PM in Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5308+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Galway to Melbourne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and plane

How to get fromGalway to Melbourne

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Galway to Melbourne by bus, plane, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Shannon Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Shannon Airportbus
2. Fly from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SNN - MEL
32h 44m
$754–2,363
Train, bus to Kerry Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Galway to Limericktrain
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Kerry Airportbus
3. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane KIR - MEL
45h 37m
$541–2,987
Bus to Ireland West Airport Knock, fly
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Ireland W Airportbus
2. Fly from Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane NOC - MEL
34h 50m
$904–3,263
Train to Dublin Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Galway to Dublin Heustontrain
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane DUB - MEL
27h 55m
$865–2,480
Bus to Cork Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Cork Airportbus
2. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane ORK - MEL
31h 15m
$1,259–1,770
Bus to Donegal Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Galway Cathdrl to Croithlíbus
2. Fly from Donegal Airport (CFN) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane CFN - MEL
35h 15m
$1,027–2,888

Shannon Airport (SNN) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) flights

3Weekly Planes

30h 21mAverage Duration

$716Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Galway to Melbourne.

Launch map view

Distance: 17,503.6 km
Duration: 32h 44m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Galway to Melbourne. However, you can take the bus to Shannon Airport, walk to Shannon Airport (SNN) airport, fly to Melbourne Airport (MEL), walk to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, then take the bus to Skybus Coach Terminal. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Ireland W Airport, walk to Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) airport, fly to Melbourne Airport (MEL), walk to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, then take the bus to Skybus Coach Terminal.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.