Galway to Cork Bus

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Galway to Cork by bus

The journey from Galway to Cork by bus is 163.83 km and takes 4 hrs 38 mins. There are 89 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:10 and the last at 19:30. It is possible to travel from Galway to Cork by bus for as little as €11.15 or as much as €43.21. The best price for this journey is €11.15.

Lowest Price	€11.15
Journey Duration	4 hrs 38 mins
Connection per Day	Irish Citylink 89
Lowest Price	Irish Citylink €11.15
Highest Price	Irish Citylink €43.21
First Departure	Irish Citylink 06:10
Last Departure	Irish Citylink 19:30
Distance	Irish Citylink 163.83 km
Departure	Irish Citylink Galway
Arrival	Irish Citylink Cork
Carriers	Irish Citylink Irish Citylink

Galway to Cork Bus Times

Departure date

Sunday 15 Jun 2025

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around €11.15 to €25.02 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 55% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Galway to Cork

The cheapest Galway - Cork bus tickets can be found for as low as €15.00 if you’re lucky, or €18.54 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €23.83.

Find the best day to travel to Cork by bus

When travelling to Cork by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Galway to Cork CO2 Emissions by Bus

Train

11.47kg

Bus

12.29kg

Flight

32.77kg

Car

26.21kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Galway to Cork?

A bus ticket from Galway to Cork is €24.76. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as €11.15.

What's the cheapest bus ticket from Galway to Cork?

The cheapest ticket you can get from Galway to Cork is €11.15. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.

What's the distance between Galway and Cork by bus?

Galway to Cork is 163.83 km.

How long does the bus between Galway and Cork take?

Galway to Cork is on average 4 hrs 38 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 40 mins.

How many bus connections per day go from Galway to Cork?

Galway to Cork has 89 connection(s) per day on average.

What time does the first bus from Galway to Cork leave?

The earliest bus from Galway to Cork departs at 06:10. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

What time does the last bus from Galway to Cork depart?

The latest bus from Galway to Cork departs at 19:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

Should I book my ticket from Galway to Cork in advance?

If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is €11.15 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.

How many direct connections depart from Galway to Cork?

There are on average 46 direct connection(s) from Galway to go to Cork.

What's the fastest journey time between Galway to Cork by bus?

The fastest journey time by bus between Galway and Cork is 2 hrs 40 mins.

Is there a direct bus from Galway to Cork?

Yes, there is a direct bus between Galway and Cork.

What are the CO2 emissions for Galway to Cork by bus?

The bus journey from Galway to Cork creates 12.29kg of CO2 emissions.

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