Galway to Limerick Bus

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Galway to Limerick by bus

The journey from Galway to Limerick by bus is 78.6 km and takes 2 hrs 46 mins. There are 84 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:10 and the last at 20:05. It is possible to travel from Galway to Limerick by bus for as little as €11.45 or as much as €23.23. The best price for this journey is €11.45.

Lowest Price	€11.45
Journey Duration	2 hrs 46 mins
Connection per Day	Irish Citylink 84
Lowest Price	Irish Citylink €11.45
Highest Price	Irish Citylink €23.23
First Departure	Irish Citylink 06:10
Last Departure	Irish Citylink 20:05
Distance	Irish Citylink 78.6 km
Departure	Irish Citylink Galway
Arrival	Irish Citylink Limerick
Carriers	Irish Citylink Irish Citylink

Galway to Limerick Bus Times

Departure date

Sunday 15 Jun 2025

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Galway to Limerick

The cheapest Galway - Limerick bus tickets can be found for as low as €11.95 if you’re lucky, or €15.87 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €19.92.

Find the best day to travel to Limerick by bus

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

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 €21.64. 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 €11.45.

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

The cheapest ticket you can get from Galway to Limerick is €11.45. 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 2 hrs 46 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 10 mins.

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

Galway to Limerick has 84 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 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 Limerick depart?

The latest bus from Galway to Limerick departs at 20:05. 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 €11.45 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 44 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 1 hr 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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