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Cheap coach tickets from Galway to Cork
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Coach from Galway to Cork: Journey Information
There are 12 intercity coaches per day from Galway to Cork. Travelling by coach from Galway to Cork usually takes around 3 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest Irish Citylink coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 40 minutes.
- Distance
- 98 mi (158 km)
- Shortest duration
- 2h 40m
- Cheapest price
- US$29.24
- Trips per day
- 12
- Most frequent service
- Irish Citylink
- Coach lines
- 1
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Galway to Cork Coach Timetable
There are several coach options that can take you from Galway to Cork:
See more detailsHow much is a coach ticket from Galway to Cork?
Coach tickets for a trip from Galway to Cork cost about US$30 when you book at the cheapest time, 7 days ahead. Opting to take a coach is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Galway to Cork by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Galway to Cork in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from US$31 to US$31. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 9 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Cork this week, coach tickets are available starting at US$31.
Average coach ticket prices from Galway to Cork by month
Travelling from Galway to Cork by coach will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, coach ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around US$31 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 7 days in advance. This way, you can save up to US$1.07 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Galway to Cork?
There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Galway to Cork. Irish Citylink connects the two cities by coach, it offers multiple scheduled coaches per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish Citylink | 12 | 3h 8m | US$31.02 |
Irish Citylink is a coach transport company with routes to major cities across Ireland, including Galway to Cork. On this route, it usually takes Irish Citylink 3 hours and 8 minutes to make the journey. Irish Citylink coaches have ample storage space for any luggage you may be carrying and also provide complimentary Wi-Fi, toilets, and friendly, attentive staff.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Galway to Cork
There are 12 scheduled coaches that travel from Galway to Cork every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Galway to Cork without transferring.
Trips per day
12
Direct trips
12
The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 98 miles from Galway to Cork. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 40 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a film. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
98
Distance (km)
158
The first coach leaves at 8:30 and the last coach leaves at 19:40. To see the times for all coaches from Galway to Cork, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
8:30am
Latest coach
7:40pm
Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.
Most crowded
Thursday
Least crowded
Monday
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Galway?
Main departure station: GMIT Public Bus Stop
Galway has two coach stations with service to Cork.
All coach stations in Galway:
- GMIT Public Bus Stop
- New Coach Station
Where does the coach arrive in Cork?
Main arrival station: Cork Airport
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Cork.
Coach stations in Cork:
- Cork Airport
- Cork Andersons Quay
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