Bus tickets Cork to Galway from £8

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Which bus from Cork to Galway is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Cork to Galway. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Expressway or Irish Citylink. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £21
tomorrow
Sunday
from £8
Monday
from £8
Tuesday
from £21
Wednesday
Thursday
from £8

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Expressway
    4h 20m
    0
    07:25
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    11:45
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £21
  • Expressway
    4h 20m
    0
    08:25
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    12:45
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £21
  • Expressway
    4h 20m
    0
    09:25
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    13:45
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £21
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 5m
    0
    08:00
    Cork
    MacCurtain Street Bus Stop
    11:05
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £21
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 5m
    0
    11:00
    Cork
    MacCurtain Street Bus Stop
    14:05
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cork to Galway via Rathduff, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 1%
      3h 50m
      Cork
      15 km
      07:45
      Rathduff
      Stop 215881
      11:35
      Galway
      Old Dublin Road Station
      0 km
      Economy
      £21

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Expressway
    4h 20m
    0
    12:25
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    16:45
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £8
  • Expressway
    4h 10m
    0
    12:25
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    16:35
    Galway
    Old Dublin Road Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £8
  • Expressway
    4h 20m
    0
    12:25
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    16:45
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £8
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 5m
    0
    08:00
    Cork
    MacCurtain Street Bus Stop
    11:05
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £21
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 5m
    0
    11:00
    Cork
    MacCurtain Street Bus Stop
    14:05
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £21

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Expressway
    4h 10m
    0
    12:25
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    16:35
    Galway
    Old Dublin Road Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £8
  • Expressway
    4h 10m
    0
    18:25
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    22:35
    Galway
    Old Dublin Road Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £8
  • Expressway
    4h 20m
    0
    12:25
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    16:45
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £8
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 0m
    0
    08:00
    Cork
    MacCurtain Street Bus Stop
    11:00
    Galway
    Old Dublin Road Station
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £21
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 0m
    0
    11:00
    Cork
    MacCurtain Street Bus Stop
    14:00
    Galway
    Old Dublin Road Station
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £21

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Expressway
    4h 20m
    0
    07:25
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    11:45
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £21
  • Expressway
    4h 20m
    0
    08:25
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    12:45
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £21
  • Expressway
    4h 20m
    0
    09:25
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    13:45
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £21
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 5m
    0
    08:00
    Cork
    MacCurtain Street Bus Stop
    11:05
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £21
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 5m
    0
    11:00
    Cork
    MacCurtain Street Bus Stop
    14:05
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £21

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Expressway
    4h 10m
    0
    11:25
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    15:35
    Galway
    Old Dublin Road Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £8
  • Expressway
    4h 10m
    0
    18:25
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    22:35
    Galway
    Old Dublin Road Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £8
  • Expressway
    4h 20m
    0
    11:25
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    15:45
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £8
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 5m
    0
    08:00
    Cork
    MacCurtain Street Bus Stop
    11:05
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £21
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 5m
    0
    11:00
    Cork
    MacCurtain Street Bus Stop
    14:05
    Galway
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £21

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Cork and Galway?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Cork to Galway. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 276 daily coaches from Cork to Galway. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 67 daily coaches between Cork and Galway.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 334 coaches from Cork to Galway, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Cork and Galway, with 46 offers.

All facts for Cork to Galway bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Expressway and Irish Citylink that travel daily 137 times by bus from Cork to Galway in one click. Book your Cork to Galway bus ticket starting from £8!

Cheapest Bus £8
Fastest Bus 2h 45m
Earliest Coach 07:20
Latest Coach 20:15
Daily Bus Connections 137 Ø
Distance 157.4 km
Coach Companies Expressway and Irish Citylink

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Cork to Galway?

Every day, 137 buses from 2 coach companies leave Cork for Galway. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 21/06/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 16/06
Tuesday 17/06
Wednesday 18/06
Thursday 19/06
Friday 20/06
£21
Saturday 21/06
Sunday 22/06
£9
Monday 23/06
£21
Tuesday 24/06
£21
Wednesday 25/06
Thursday 26/06
£21
Friday 27/06
£30
Saturday 28/06
Sunday 29/06
£9
Monday 30/06
Tuesday 01/07
Wednesday 02/07
Thursday 03/07
Friday 04/07
Saturday 05/07
Sunday 06/07
Monday 07/07
Tuesday 08/07
£9
Wednesday 09/07
Thursday 10/07
Friday 11/07
Saturday 12/07
Sunday 13/07

The cheapest time to travel from Cork to Galway

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cork to Galway, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £8, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cork to Galway. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £21.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cork to Galway, with £8. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £8.

How to save money travelling from Cork to Galway

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Cork to Galway in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Cork to Galway, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Cork to Galway are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Cork to Galway?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Cork to Galway timetable.

Expressway from Cork to Galway

Expressway

Here you will find the key facts about the Expressway bus route Cork to Galway:

Cheapest Price £8
Fastest Coach 4h 10m
Earliest Coach 07:20
Last Coach 18:25
Daily Connections 115 Ø
Found on 19/06/2025
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Cork and Galway

Here is a map with all coach stations in Cork and Galway. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Cork to Galway

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Cork to Galway. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Cork to Galway bus

How much does a Cork Galway coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cork Galway bus trip is available from £8 and takes 4h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cork to Galway?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £8 to £41. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Galway.

How many connections are available for the Cork Galway route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Cork to Galway is offered by roughly 137 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Galway from Cork take?

The quickest coach from Cork to Galway is provided by Irish Citylink and takes 2h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £21. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cork to Galway?

The earliest bus to Galway departs from Cork at 07:20. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Cork to Galway?

The latest bus to Galway departs from Cork at 20:15. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Cork Galway route?

Passengers looking to travel from Cork to Galway can travel with Expressway and Irish Citylink. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Galway?

You can check all the direct connections between Cork and Galway by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Expressway and Irish Citylink.

What can I take with me on the bus to Galway from Cork?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Cork Galway bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cork Galway bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cork to Galway on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cork to Galway

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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