Direct access to the west coast
Galway is connected by three airports from the North, East and South
Travel Information
Airports
Ireland is easily accessible from the US, mainland Europe and the UK. Galway is connected by three airports from the north, east and south for your availability, budget, and capacity.
Ireland West Airport – Knock
Distance: 1 hour to Galway City Centre
Destinations: UK, Continental & Mainland Europe
Description: It is possible to arrange charter flights to Ireland West Airport and can offer both car hire and public transfers to Galway. Please note an airport development tax of €10 is charged per person on departure.
Shannon Airport
Distance: 1 hour to Galway City Centre
Destinations: USA and Canada (Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Toronto), UK & Europe
Description: With over 1.75 million passengers passing through, Shannon Airport offers Full US Customs and Border Protection preclearance saving you over 2 hours of travel time.
Dublin Airport
Distance: 2.2 hour to Galway City Centre
Destination: Over 200 destinations throughout 43 countries.
Description: Dublin Airport offers unrivalled international and national connectivity, with over 31.5 million passengers passing through. Dublin Airport also provides US Preclearance (USCBP).
Transport Links from Airports
Rail
2.5 hours from Dublin to Galway City Centre:
Coach & Bus
Direct from Dublin, Shannon Airport & Ireland West Airport to Galway City Centre
Motorway / Car Hire
The M6 motorway runs (together with the M4) from Dublin to Galway.
Getting around Galway City
By Foot
This compact city lends itself to walking. To say it is a walker’s paradise is a bit of an understatement. With so many venues within short distance, be sure to experience the packed delights as you journey through the hidden gems to your next conference.
Bus & The Leap Card
There are two companies providing bus services throughout the city – Bus Éireann and Galway City Direct. The Leap card can be used on both bus services. Leap fares are up to 30% cheaper than cash single fares on city bus services, so spread the word!
Cycling
Galway is a fantastic city for cyclists. There is an extensive network that allows tourists and commuters alike to easily get around. Choose from 22 bike stations and 195 bikes across the city.
Taxi
Big-O-Taxis has a fleet of over 150 cars, so when you book, you are assured a taxi to suit your requirements and budget.
FREE NOW’ is Ireland’s leading taxi e-hailing app. ‘FREE NOW’ currently operates nationwide and is available in over 100 cities across Europe.
TFI Driver Check App allows users to check that the vehicle they are about to hire has been registered