How much is the bus ticket from Galway to Killarney?

The cheapest bus tickets from Galway to Killarney start from $49. The average price for this route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Galway to Killarney?

The average bus trip duration from Galway to Killarney is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 86 miles (139 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Expressway .

Which bus companies service the Galway to Killarney route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 68 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Galway to Killarney?

The earliest bus departs from Galway to Killarney at 7:05am. And the latest bus departs at 4:10pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Galway to Killarney?

A bus trip from Galway to Killarney generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Galway to Killarney from $24 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Galway to Killarney on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:10pm	GMIT	5h 25m	6:35pm	Killarney Rock	Cheapest
Bus	2:10pm	GMIT	4h 25m	6:35pm	Killarney Rock	Fastest
Bus	1:10pm	GMIT	5h 25m	6:35pm	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	2:10pm	GMIT	4h 25m	6:35pm	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	2:10pm	GMIT	5h 40m	7:50pm	Killarney Rock	No tags

Next departures for Galway to Killarney on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:10am	GMIT	5h 25m	4:35pm	Killarney Rock	Cheapest
Bus	8:10am	GMIT	4h 25m	12:35pm	Killarney Rock	Fastest
Bus	7:10am	GMIT	6h 15m	1:25pm	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	7:10am	GMIT	6h 15m	1:25pm	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	7:10am	GMIT	5h 25m	12:35pm	Killarney Rock	No tags

Next departures for Galway to Killarney on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	GMIT	5h 25m	12:35pm	Killarney Rock	Cheapest
Bus	8:10am	GMIT	4h 25m	12:35pm	Killarney Rock	Fastest
Bus	7:10am	GMIT	5h 25m	12:35pm	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	7:10am	GMIT	6h 15m	1:25pm	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	7:10am	GMIT	6h 15m	1:25pm	Killarney Rock	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 10:57 PM GMT.

Get from Galway to Killarney

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

68bus per day

5h 30mAverage Duration

86 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Galway and Killarney?

Stops in Galway

A
Eireann Station
Station Rd, Galway, Ireland
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B
New Coach Station
Unit 29, Teach Fiontraíochta, Fairgreen Rd, Galway, Ireland
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Stops in Killarney

A
Killarney Bus Station
12 Fair Hill, Ardshanavooly, Killarney, Co. Kerry, Ireland
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Compare bus companies

Expressway

4/5458 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

Users have found the booking process to be straightforward, although some emails were a bit confusing regarding wallet items. The travel experience was generally fine, but there were mentions of loud radio noise during the trip that affected enjoyment slightly.

Expressway Galway Killarney recent customer reviews

Only 2 negatives. As tourists, finding the stop in Galway was stressful, we almost missed our bus. Also, upcoming stops should be shown on a screen. Otherwise all good.

Alan & Lian T.

September 18, 2025

The 1st bus was late, so i lost the other 2 buses. Finalky i had to take a bus to another place and i spend 8 hs for a trip about 4.

Carolina S.

July 8, 2025

Travel was fine. Unfortunately, the driver had a loud radio on that made the trip not as enjoyable as it could have been.

Gene K.

April 16, 2025

IE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Galway to Killarney by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Galway to Killarney?
The cheapest bus tickets from Galway to Killarney start from $49. The average price for this route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Galway to Killarney?
The average bus trip duration from Galway to Killarney is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 86 miles (139 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Galway to Killarney route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 68 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Galway to Killarney?
The earliest bus departs from Galway to Killarney at 7:05am. And the latest bus departs at 4:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Galway to Killarney?
A bus trip from Galway to Killarney generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/13

$36

12/14

$24

Today

$24

12/16

$24

12/17

$24

12/18

$24

12/19

$24

12/20

$24

The cheapest trip from Galway to Killarney was searched and found on Dec 20, 2025 with a price of $24

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

You can expect to pay from $24 to $64 for a bus ticket from Galway to Killarney based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-20.