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Sat5 Jul
Today6 Jul
from US$33
Tomorrow7 Jul
from US$33
Tue8 Jul
from US$14
Wed9 Jul
from US$33
Thu10 Jul
from US$14
Fri11 Jul
from US$22
Sat12 Jul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 6 July at
    Departure city: Cork
    Departure location: Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
    Arrival time: 6 July at
    Destination city: Galway
    Destination location: Eireann Station
    Operated by: ExpresswayExpressway
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 6 July at
    Departure city: Cork
    Departure location: Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
    Arrival time: 6 July at
    Destination city: Galway
    Destination location: GMIT
    Operated by: ExpresswayExpressway
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 6 July at
    Departure city: Cork
    Departure location: Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
    Arrival time: 6 July at
    Destination city: Galway
    Destination location: Eireann Station
    Operated by: ExpresswayExpressway
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 6 July at
    Departure city: Cork
    Departure location: Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
    Arrival time: 6 July at
    Destination city: Galway
    Destination location: Eireann Station
    Operated by: ExpresswayExpressway
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 6 July at
    Departure city: Cork
    Departure location: Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
    Arrival time: 6 July at
    Destination city: Galway
    Destination location: Eireann Station
    Operated by: ExpresswayExpressway
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Cork to Galway: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$34
Average bus trip duration4h 10m
Number of daily buses83
Earliest bus departure07:25
Distance98 miles
Latest bus departure20:15

Cork to Galway Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Galway from Cork, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cork - Galway

  1. How far is Galway from Cork by coach?

    The distance between Cork and Galway by coach is approximately 98 miles (158 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Galway from Cork without a car?

    The best way to go from Cork to Galway without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/07
US$29
05/07
US$29
Today
US$29
07/07
US$29
08/07
US$13
09/07
US$29
10/07
US$13
11/07
US$20
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cork to Galway was searched and found on 8 Jul 2025 with a price of US$13

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$13 to US$75 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$13, which is on 2025-07-08.

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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Bus from Cork to Galway

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