Coach Galway to Limerick from £9

Which bus from Galway to Limerick is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Galway to Limerick. 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.

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£9

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£9

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Expressway	2h 15m	07:05	Galway	Central Coach Station	09:20	Limerick	Bus Station	Economy	£9	A Bus from Expressway goes from Central Coach Station, Galway (Ireland) at 20/12/2025 07:05:00 to Bus Station, Limerick (Ireland) arriving at 20/12/2025 09:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
Expressway	2h 10m	07:10	Galway	Old Dublin Road Station	09:20	Limerick	Bus Station	Economy	£9	A Bus from Expressway goes from Old Dublin Road Station, Galway (Ireland) at 20/12/2025 07:10:00 to Bus Station, Limerick (Ireland) arriving at 20/12/2025 09:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Expressway	2h 15m	10:05	Galway	Central Coach Station	12:20	Limerick	Bus Station	Economy	£12	A Bus from Expressway goes from Central Coach Station, Galway (Ireland) at 20/12/2025 10:05:00 to Bus Station, Limerick (Ireland) arriving at 20/12/2025 12:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
Irish Citylink	1h 30m	08:30	Galway	Central Coach Station	10:00	Limerick	Henry Street	Basic	£17	A Bus from Irish Citylink goes from Central Coach Station, Galway (Ireland) at 20/12/2025 08:30:00 to Henry Street, Limerick (Ireland) arriving at 20/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m
Irish Citylink	1h 30m	10:30	Galway	Central Coach Station	12:00	Limerick	Henry Street	Basic	£17	A Bus from Irish Citylink goes from Central Coach Station, Galway (Ireland) at 20/12/2025 10:30:00 to Henry Street, Limerick (Ireland) arriving at 20/12/2025 12:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Expressway	2h 15m	07:05	Galway	Central Coach Station	09:20	Limerick	Bus Station	Economy	£9	A Bus from Expressway goes from Central Coach Station, Galway (Ireland) at 23/12/2025 07:05:00 to Bus Station, Limerick (Ireland) arriving at 23/12/2025 09:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
Expressway	2h 15m	11:05	Galway	Central Coach Station	13:20	Limerick	Bus Station	Economy	£9	A Bus from Expressway goes from Central Coach Station, Galway (Ireland) at 23/12/2025 11:05:00 to Bus Station, Limerick (Ireland) arriving at 23/12/2025 13:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
Expressway	2h 10m	07:10	Galway	Old Dublin Road Station	09:20	Limerick	Bus Station	Economy	£9	A Bus from Expressway goes from Old Dublin Road Station, Galway (Ireland) at 23/12/2025 07:10:00 to Bus Station, Limerick (Ireland) arriving at 23/12/2025 09:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
Irish Citylink	1h 30m	08:30	Galway	Central Coach Station	10:00	Limerick	Henry Street	Basic	£17	A Bus from Irish Citylink goes from Central Coach Station, Galway (Ireland) at 23/12/2025 08:30:00 to Henry Street, Limerick (Ireland) arriving at 23/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m
Irish Citylink	1h 30m	10:30	Galway	Central Coach Station	12:00	Limerick	Henry Street	Basic	£17	A Bus from Irish Citylink goes from Central Coach Station, Galway (Ireland) at 23/12/2025 10:30:00 to Henry Street, Limerick (Ireland) arriving at 23/12/2025 12:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Galway to Limerick is £9 on 20/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Galway to Limerick. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 136 daily coaches from Galway to Limerick. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 88 daily coaches between Galway and Limerick.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 100 coaches from Galway to Limerick, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Galway and Limerick, with 40 offers.

All facts for Galway to Limerick bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Expressway and Irish Citylink that travel daily 112 times by bus from Galway to Limerick in one click. Book your Galway to Limerick bus ticket starting from £9!

Cheapest Bus	£9
Fastest Bus	1h 10m
Earliest Coach	07:05
Latest Coach	20:10
Daily Bus Connections	112 Ø
Distance	72.7 km
Coach Companies	Expressway and Irish Citylink

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Galway to Limerick?

Every day, 112 buses from 2 coach companies leave Galway for Limerick. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 17/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

Saturday 20/12

£9

Sunday 21/12

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

£9

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

£9

Sunday 28/12

Monday 29/12

Tuesday 30/12

Wednesday 31/12

Thursday 01/01

Friday 02/01

Saturday 03/01

Sunday 04/01

Monday 05/01

Tuesday 06/01

£13

Wednesday 07/01

Thursday 08/01

Friday 09/01

Saturday 10/01

Sunday 11/01

The cheapest time to travel from Galway to Limerick

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Galway to Limerick, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £9, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Galway to Limerick. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £9.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Galway to Limerick, with £9. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £17.

How to save money travelling from Galway to Limerick

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 Galway to Limerick 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 Galway to Limerick, 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 Galway to Limerick 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 Galway to Limerick?

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

Expressway from Galway to Limerick

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

Cheapest Price	£9
Fastest Coach	2h 10m
Earliest Coach	07:05
Last Coach	20:10
Daily Connections	72 Ø
Found on	09/12/2025

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 Galway and Limerick

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

Central Coach Station

Station Rd

Old Dublin Road Station

Old Dublin Rd

NUIG

Eyre Square

Spanish Arch, Stop 522011

Bus Station

Hyde Rd 301-297

Castletroy

Dublin Rd

University Hospital, Stop 607481

Arthurs Quay

Henry Street

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Galway to Limerick. 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 Galway to Limerick bus

How much does a Galway Limerick coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Galway Limerick bus trip is available from £9 and takes 2h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £9 to £19. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Limerick.

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

Each day, the bus route from Galway to Limerick is offered by roughly 112 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Limerick from Galway take?

The quickest coach from Galway to Limerick is provided by Irish Citylink and takes 1h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £17. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Galway to Limerick?

The earliest bus to Limerick departs from Galway at 07:05. 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 Galway to Limerick?

The latest bus to Limerick departs from Galway at 20:10. 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 Galway Limerick route?

Passengers looking to travel from Galway to Limerick 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 Galway and Limerick?

You can check all the direct connections between Galway and Limerick 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 Limerick from Galway?

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 Galway Limerick 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 Galway Limerick 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 Galway to Limerick on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Galway to Limerick?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 112 daily trips between Galway and Limerick. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Galway to Limerick?

Prices and availability for 112 trips between Galway and Limerick change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

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

More bus routes to Galway and to Limerick

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Galway and to Limerick. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!