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- This trip is recommended because it is the: CheapestDeparture time: April 28 atDeparture city: CorkDeparture location: Cork Bus Station ClontarfArrival time: April 28 atDestination city: GalwayDestination location: Eireann Station
- This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd CheapestDeparture time: April 28 atDeparture city: CorkDeparture location: Cork Bus Station ClontarfArrival time: April 28 atDestination city: GalwayDestination location: Eireann Station
- This trip is recommended because it is the: FastestDeparture time: April 28 atDeparture city: CorkDeparture location: Cork Bus Station ClontarfArrival time: April 28 atDestination city: GalwayDestination location: GMIT
- Departure time: April 28 atDeparture city: CorkDeparture location: Cork Bus Station ClontarfArrival time: April 28 atDestination city: GalwayDestination location: Eireann Station
- Departure time: April 28 atDeparture city: CorkDeparture location: Cork Bus Station ClontarfArrival time: April 28 atDestination city: GalwayDestination location: Eireann Station
Bus Cork to Galway: Trip Overview
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Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at US$19.00
Based on 59 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. Citylink ticket prices on this trip start at US$30.00
Irish Citylink Cork Galway recent customer reviews
Driver very good. Info on Ticket info incorrect. Gives wrong place of departure7
Cork to Galway Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Buses | 80 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 7:25AM - 8:15PM |
Minimum Price | US$17 |
Average Ticket Price | US$30 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 2h45m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 4h10m |
Distance | 158 km |
Bus companies on this route | Expressway, Citylink |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Cork and Galway?
Lower Oliver Plunkett St, Cork, Ireland
Cork Bus Station at Parnell PlacePort of Cork, Loughbeg, Co. Cork, Ireland
Ringaskiddy Ferry TerminalStation Rd, Galway, Ireland
Eireann StationUnit 29, Teach Fiontraíochta, Fairgreen Rd, Galway, Ireland
New Coach StationFrequently asked questions on the trip Cork - Galway
The average bus ticket price from Cork to Galway is US$30. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cork to Galway is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
The average travel time between Cork and Galway is around 4h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 45m.This is the time it takes to travel the 158 km that separates the two cities.
The number of buses from Cork to Galway can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 80 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cork to Galway by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
When taking the bus from Cork to Galway, you can travel comfortably and safely with Expressway, Citylink.
Buses travelling between Cork and Galway leave from Cork Airport or Cork Bus Station at Parnell Place and arrive at Eireann Station, New Coach Station.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cork to Galway, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$44 for a bus ticket from Cork to Galway based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$40 which is on 2024-05-03.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cork and Galway!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cork to Galway, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cork to Galway.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cork to Galway, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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Popular Buses Connecting Cork
Buses Leaving from Cork
- Bus from Cork to Limerick
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- Cork - Waterford
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Buses Going to Cork
- Bus from Killeagh to Cork
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- Waterford - Cork
- Bus from Killarney to Cork
- Bus Tralee - Cork
- Youghal - Cork
- Bus from Tipperary to Cork
- Bus Charleville - Cork
- Shannon - Cork
- Bus from Ennis to Cork
- Bus Dungarvan - Cork
- Rosslare Harbour - Cork
- Bus from Listowel to Cork
- Bus Macroom - Cork
- Mallow - Cork
Popular Buses Connecting Galway
Buses Leaving from Galway
- Bus from Galway to Shannon
- Bus Galway - Limerick
- Galway - Sligo
- Bus from Galway to Ennis
- Bus Galway - Castlebar
- Galway - Tuam
- Bus from Galway to Athlone
- Bus Galway - Killarney
- Galway - Ballinasloe
- Bus from Galway to Tralee
- Bus Galway - Boyle
- Galway - Oranmore
- Bus from Galway to Tipperary
- Bus Galway - Maynooth
- Galway - Gort
Buses Going to Galway
- Bus from Shannon to Galway
- Bus Limerick - Galway
- Sligo - Galway
- Bus from Castlebar to Galway
- Bus Oranmore - Galway
- Tuam - Galway
- Bus from Athlone to Galway
- Bus Maynooth - Galway
- Ballinasloe - Galway
- Bus from Boyle to Galway
- Bus Tralee - Galway
- Tipperary - Galway
- Bus from Knock to Galway
- Bus Gort - Galway
- Ballina - Galway
Popular routes in this country
- Bus from Athlone to Dublin
- Bus Ennis - Galway
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- Bus from Dublin to Waterford
- Bus Dublin - Limerick
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- Bus from Killarney to Galway
- Bus Dublin - Carlow
- Dublin - Ballinasloe
- Bus from Dublin to Sligo
- Bus Dublin - Ennis
- Dublin - Donegal