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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cork City to Galway

Composite routes from Cork City to Galway

Cheapest
2 h 17 min
Car
196 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Cork to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83
Train from Limerick to Galway
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$21.65–$31.84

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$20.38–$29.30
Bus from Cork Bus Station to Ennis
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48
Bus from Ennis Station to Galway
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$29.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cork City to Galway?

The cheapest way to get from Cork City to Galway is to bus which costs $15.22 - $27.17 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cork City to Galway?

The fastest way to get from Cork City to Galway is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $36.96 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Cork City and Galway?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cork Anderson's Quay and arriving at Galway Ceannt Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cork City and Galway?

No, there is no direct train from Cork City to Galway. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Galway via Limerick Junction and Limerick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Cork City to Galway?

The distance between Cork City and Galway is 196 km. The road distance is 197 km.

How do I travel from Cork City to Galway without a car?

The best way to get from Cork City to Galway without a car is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs $15.22 - $27.17 .

How long does it take to get from Cork City to Galway?

The bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway Ceannt Station takes 3h 5m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cork City to Galway bus from?

Cork City to Galway bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Anderson's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Cork City to Galway train from?

Cork City to Galway train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Cork station.

Train or bus from Cork City to Galway?

The best way to get from Cork City to Galway is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs $15.22 - $27.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $27.17 - $40.22 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Cork City to Galway bus arrive?

Cork City to Galway bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Ceannt Station.

Where does the Cork City to Galway train arrive?

Cork City to Galway train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Limerick Junction station.

Can I drive from Cork City to Galway?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork City to Galway is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Cork City to Galway.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cork City to Galway?

Book your Cork City to Galway bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Galway?

There are 481+ hotels available in Galway. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
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