
Best day trips from Galway
The most popular day trips from Galway are Athenry, Limerick, Athlone, Ennis, and Dublin. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your journeyfrom Galway on Omio.


Day trip from Galway to Limerick
Why visit Limerick for the day?
Limerick is a riverside city on the River Shannon known for King John's Castle, Georgian streets, and rugby. Its compact center mixes medieval history with a lively arts and food scene.
How to get from Galway to Limerick?
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Galway to Limerick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a bus costs an average of €19.

Day trip from Galway to Athlone
How to get from Galway to Athlone?
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Galway to Athlone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a bus costs an average of €16.

Day trip from Galway to Ennis
How to get from Galway to Ennis?
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Galway to Ennis among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a bus costs an average of €14.

Day trip from Galway to Dublin
Why visit Dublin for the day?
Dublin is Ireland’s capital, known for Georgian architecture, literary heritage, and lively pubs. Historic sights sit alongside a youthful atmosphere shaped by students, live music, and walkable central neighborhoods.
How to get from Galway to Dublin?
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Galway to Dublin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a bus costs an average of €27.
