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TomorrowJul 28
from US$33
TueJul 29
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WedJul 30
from US$33
ThuJul 31
from US$14
FriAug 1
from US$33
SatAug 2
SunAug 3
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MonAug 4

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Galway
    Departure location: Eireann Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: Cork
    Destination location: Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
    Operated by: ExpresswayExpressway
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Galway
    Departure location: GMIT
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: Cork
    Destination location: Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
    Operated by: ExpresswayExpressway
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Galway
    Departure location: Eireann Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: Cork
    Destination location: Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
    Operated by: ExpresswayExpressway
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Galway
    Departure location: Eireann Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: Cork
    Destination location: Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
    Operated by: ExpresswayExpressway
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Galway
    Departure location: Eireann Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: Cork
    Destination location: Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
    Operated by: ExpresswayExpressway
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Galway to Cork: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$79
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 35m
Number of daily buses118
Earliest bus departure7:05am
Distance158 km
Latest bus departure7:40pm

Galway to Cork Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Galway to Cork from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Galway - Cork

  1. How far is Galway from Cork?

    Galway and Cork are 158 km (98 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Galway to Cork?

    Buses departing from New Coach Station in Galway will take you to Cork Airport in Cork.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-25
US$29
07-26
US$29
Today
US$29
07-28
US$29
07-29
US$29
07-30
US$29
07-31
US$12
08-01
US$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Galway to Cork was searched and found on Jul 31, 2025 with a price of US$12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Galway to Cork, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$12 to US$73 for a bus ticket from Galway to Cork based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$12 which is on 2025-07-31.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Galway to Cork, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Galway to Cork.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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