Public transportation in Galway mainly consists of buses, but they are plentiful and easy to use.  The area has excellent bus services, with a number of bus companies doing business there.  Bus Éireann, Ireland's national bus company, has extensive service in the area.  They offer transport in the city and to its surrounding areas as well as tours and trips for tourists.  Schedules and fares are on their website.  Galway's other public bus service, City Direct Bus, offers service within the city only.

Several private bus and transportation companies also offer service in the area.  To see a full list, list Ireland West's transportation page.

Public rail service is also available to people who may wish to travel to other parts of the country from Galway.  Irish Rail, the country's national rail service, provides time tables and sells tickets visit their website. 

Several public ferries also offer service to the islands off of Ireland's west coast from the Galway area.  To see a listing of ferry companies visit Ireland West's ferry page.