Cheap bus tickets from Cork to Galway
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Bus from Cork to Galway: Journey Information
There are 31 intercity buses per day from Cork to Galway. Traveling by bus from Cork to Galway usually takes around 3 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest Irish Citylink bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 98 mi (158 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $29.79 |
| Trips per day | 31 |
| Most frequent service | Irish Citylink |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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Cork to Galway Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Cork to Galway:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Cork to Galway?
Bus tickets for a trip from Cork to Galway cost $30.88 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Cork to Galway by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Cork to Galway in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $32 to $32. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on August 26, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Galway this week, bus tickets are available starting at $32.
Average bus ticket prices from Cork to Galway by month
Traveling from Cork to Galway by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $30 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 26 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $0.35 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Cork to Galway?
There are multiple buses that travel from Cork to Galway, including Irish Citylink. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular bus lines:
| BUS | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish Citylink | 31 | 3h 16m | $31.23 |
Book Irish Citylink from Cork to Galway from $29.79. There are 31 trips per day offered by Irish Citylink from Cork to Galway and you can expect on average to pay $31.23 for a Irish Citylink ticket to Galway. In Cork, Irish Citylink departs to Galway from Cork Airport and one other station. In Galway, Irish Citylink arrives at New Coach Station and one other station.
An average trip on Irish Citylink from Cork to Galway takes 3 hours and 16 minutes, while the fastest available Irish Citylink trip will get you to Galway in 2 hours and 45 minutes.
On weekends, Irish Citylink offers 30 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $29.79 for a weekend trip to Galway.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Cork to Galway
There are 31 scheduled buses that travel from Cork to Galway every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Cork to Galway without transferring.
TRIPS PER DAY
31
DIRECT TRIPS
31
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 98 miles from Cork to Galway. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 45 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus 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 bus leaves at 7:30am and the last bus leaves at 8:15pm. To see the times for all buses from Cork to Galway, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
EARLIEST BUS
7:30am
LATEST BUS
8:15pm
Because many passengers travel from Cork to Galway at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
MOST CROWDED
Monday
LEAST CROWDED
Friday
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Cork?
Main departure station: Cork Airport
Cork has two bus stations with service to Galway.
All bus stations in Cork:
- Cork Airport
- Cork Andersons Quay
Where does the bus arrive in Galway?
Main arrival station: GMIT Public Bus Stop
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Galway.
All bus stations in Galway:
- GMIT Public Bus Stop
- New Coach Station
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