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Galway to Limerick Bus

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19/11/2025
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Galway to Limerick by bus

The journey from Galway to Limerick by bus is 78.6 km and takes 3 hrs 5 mins. There are 68 connections per day, with the first departure at 07:05 and the last at 20:10. It is possible to travel from Galway to Limerick by bus for as little as €11.47 or as much as €23.30. The best price for this journey is €11.47.

Lowest Price €11.47
Journey Duration 3 hrs 5 mins
Connection per Day 68
Lowest Price €11.47
Highest Price €23.30
First Departure 07:05
Last Departure 20:10
Distance 78.6 km
Departure Galway
Arrival Limerick
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When travelling to Limerick 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 Limerick CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
5.5kg
Bus
5.89kg
Flight
15.72kg
Car
12.58kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Galway to Limerick?
A bus ticket from Galway to Limerick is €20.19. 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 €11.47.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Galway to Limerick?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Galway to Limerick is €11.47. 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 Limerick by bus?
Galway to Limerick is 78.6 km.
How long does the bus between Galway and Limerick take?
Galway to Limerick is on average 3 hrs 5 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 10 mins.
How many bus connections per day go from Galway to Limerick?
Galway to Limerick has 68 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Galway to Limerick leave?
The earliest bus from Galway to Limerick departs at 07:05. 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 Limerick depart?
The latest bus from Galway to Limerick departs at 20:10. 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 Limerick 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 €11.47 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 Limerick?
There are on average 28 direct connection(s) from Galway to go to Limerick.
What's the fastest journey time between Galway to Limerick by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Galway and Limerick is 2 hrs 10 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Galway to Limerick?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Galway and Limerick.
What are the CO2 emissions for Galway to Limerick by bus?
The bus journey from Galway to Limerick creates 5.89kg of CO2 emissions.

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