How to get from Galway City to Bunratty Castle by bus?

From Galway City to Bunratty Castle by bus

To get from Galway City to Bunratty Castle in Shannon, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 402 bus from Bohermore Cmy station to Atu Galway station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 251 bus and finally take the 343 bus from Harvey's Quay station to Bunratty station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 22 min. The bus schedule from Galway City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Bunratty Castle on the Moovit app.

142min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 402402
Bus - 251251
Bus - 343343
Walk to Bunratty Castle
Leaves from Bohermore Cmy

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bohermore Cmy
    ID 522681
    1.25 km • 16 min
  • 2
    Bus - 402402
    Wait for bus
    402
    Merlin Park
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Atu Galway
    ID 522811
    10 min
  • 4
    Bus - 251251
    Wait for bus
    251
    Cork Airport
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Henry Street
    ID 608041
    80 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harvey's Quay
    ID 610001
    210 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 343343
    Wait for bus
    343
    Shannon Airport
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bunratty
    ID 609511
    21 min
  • 9
    Walk to Bunratty Castle
    Walk to
    Bunratty Castle
    720 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Galway City to Bunratty Castle

The distance between Galway City, Shannon and Bunratty Castle, Shannon is approximately 121.11 km, which can typically be travelled in 142 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Galway City to Bunratty Castle by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Shannon – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Galway City to Bunratty Castle

To check the bus schedule from Galway City to Bunratty Castle using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Galway City) and destination (Bunratty Castle), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Galway City to Bunratty Castle?

    The fastest way takes 142 minutes, using Bus line 402, Bus line 251, Bus line 343.

  • Is there a direct bus between Galway City and Bunratty Castle?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 22 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Galway City to Bunratty Castle?

    The 402 bus line goes from Bohermore Cmy station near Galway City in Galway to Atu Galway station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Atu Galway station near Bunratty Castle in Shannon.

  • How long does it take to travel from Galway City to Bunratty Castle by bus?

    The total travel time between Galway City in Galway and Bunratty Castle in Shannon by bus is about 2 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Galway City to get to Bunratty Castle?

    Get on the 402 bus from the Bohermore Cmy stop near Galway City in Galway.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Galway City and Bunratty Castle?

    Get off the bus at the Atu Galway stop, which is closest to Bunratty Castle in Shannon.

  • When is the first bus from Galway City to Bunratty Castle?

    The first bus from Galway City in Galway to Bunratty Castle in Shannon is Cork Bus Stn - Galway Ceannt. It leaves the Galway Ceannt Station stop at 8:05 AM.

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