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Bus from Galway to Cork: Journey Information
There are 32 intercity buses per day from Galway to Cork. Traveling by bus from Galway to Cork usually takes around 3 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest Irish Citylink bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 98 mi (158 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $29.79 |
| Trips per day | 32 |
| Most frequent service | Irish Citylink |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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Galway to Cork Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Galway to Cork:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Galway to Cork?
Bus tickets for a trip from Galway to Cork cost $30.83 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 Galway to Cork by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Galway to Cork in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $31 to $32. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on September 20, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Cork this week, bus tickets are available starting at $31.
Average bus ticket prices from Galway to Cork by month
Traveling from Galway to Cork 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 7 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $0.54 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Galway to Cork?
There are multiple buses that travel from Galway to Cork, 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 | 32 | 3h 5m | $31.22 |
Book Irish Citylink from Galway to Cork from $29.79. There are 32 trips per day offered by Irish Citylink from Galway to Cork and you can expect on average to pay $31.22 for a Irish Citylink ticket to Cork. In Galway, Irish Citylink departs to Cork from GMIT Public Bus Stop and one other station. In Cork, Irish Citylink arrives at Cork Andersons Quay and one other station.
An average trip on Irish Citylink from Galway to Cork takes 3 hours and 5 minutes, while the fastest available Irish Citylink trip will get you to Cork in 2 hours and 40 minutes.
On weekends, Irish Citylink offers 32 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $29.79 for a weekend trip to Cork.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Galway to Cork
There are 32 scheduled buses 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 buses which you can take the entire route from Galway to Cork without transferring.
TRIPS PER DAY
32
DIRECT TRIPS
32
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 98 miles from Galway to Cork. However, the fastest bus 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 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 8:30am and the last bus leaves at 7:40pm. To see the times for all buses from Galway to Cork, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
EARLIEST BUS
8:30am
LATEST BUS
7:40pm
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, 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
Wednesday
LEAST CROWDED
Friday
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Galway?
Main departure station: GMIT Public Bus Stop
Galway has two bus stations with service to Cork.
All bus stations in Galway:
- GMIT Public Bus Stop
- New Coach Station
Where does the bus arrive in Cork?
Main arrival station: Cork Andersons Quay
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Cork.
All bus stations in Cork:
- Cork Andersons Quay
- Cork Airport
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