Bus Galway to Cork: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Galway to Cork

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Galway to Cork from various bus operators like Expressway or Irish Citylink for the next days.

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$12

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Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Expressway	4h 20m	7:05 AM	Galway	Central Bus Station	11:25 AM	Cork	Parnell Place Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from Expressway goes from Central Bus Station, Galway (Ireland) at 1/29/2026 7:05:00 AM to Parnell Place Bus Station, Cork (Ireland) arriving at 1/29/2026 11:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
Expressway	4h 20m	9:05 AM	Galway	Central Bus Station	1:25 PM	Cork	Parnell Place Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from Expressway goes from Central Bus Station, Galway (Ireland) at 1/29/2026 9:05:00 AM to Parnell Place Bus Station, Cork (Ireland) arriving at 1/29/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
Expressway	4h 20m	10:05 AM	Galway	Central Bus Station	2:25 PM	Cork	Parnell Place Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from Expressway goes from Central Bus Station, Galway (Ireland) at 1/29/2026 10:05:00 AM to Parnell Place Bus Station, Cork (Ireland) arriving at 1/29/2026 2:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
Irish Citylink	3h 0m	8:30 AM	Galway	Central Bus Station	11:30 AM	Cork	MacCurtain Street Bus Stop	Basic	$29	A Bus from Irish Citylink goes from Central Bus Station, Galway (Ireland) at 1/29/2026 8:30:00 AM to MacCurtain Street Bus Stop, Cork (Ireland) arriving at 1/29/2026 11:30:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Irish Citylink	3h 0m	10:30 AM	Galway	Central Bus Station	1:30 PM	Cork	MacCurtain Street Bus Stop	Basic	$29	A Bus from Irish Citylink goes from Central Bus Station, Galway (Ireland) at 1/29/2026 10:30:00 AM to MacCurtain Street Bus Stop, Cork (Ireland) arriving at 1/29/2026 1:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Expressway	4h 20m	10:05 AM	Galway	Central Bus Station	2:25 PM	Cork	Parnell Place Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from Expressway goes from Central Bus Station, Galway (Ireland) at 2/1/2026 10:05:00 AM to Parnell Place Bus Station, Cork (Ireland) arriving at 2/1/2026 2:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
Expressway	4h 20m	11:05 AM	Galway	Central Bus Station	3:25 PM	Cork	Parnell Place Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from Expressway goes from Central Bus Station, Galway (Ireland) at 2/1/2026 11:05:00 AM to Parnell Place Bus Station, Cork (Ireland) arriving at 2/1/2026 3:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
Expressway	4h 15m	10:10 AM	Galway	Old Dublin Road Station	2:25 PM	Cork	Parnell Place Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from Expressway goes from Old Dublin Road Station, Galway (Ireland) at 2/1/2026 10:10:00 AM to Parnell Place Bus Station, Cork (Ireland) arriving at 2/1/2026 2:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
Irish Citylink	3h 0m	8:30 AM	Galway	Central Bus Station	11:30 AM	Cork	MacCurtain Street Bus Stop	Basic	$29	A Bus from Irish Citylink goes from Central Bus Station, Galway (Ireland) at 2/1/2026 8:30:00 AM to MacCurtain Street Bus Stop, Cork (Ireland) arriving at 2/1/2026 11:30:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Irish Citylink	3h 0m	10:30 AM	Galway	Central Bus Station	1:30 PM	Cork	MacCurtain Street Bus Stop	Basic	$29	A Bus from Irish Citylink goes from Central Bus Station, Galway (Ireland) at 2/1/2026 10:30:00 AM to MacCurtain Street Bus Stop, Cork (Ireland) arriving at 2/1/2026 1:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Galway to Cork is $12 on 1/27/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Galway and Cork

See here how frequent the connections between Galway and Cork are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 442 daily buses from Galway to Cork. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 308 daily coaches between Galway and Cork.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 442 buses from Galway to Cork, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Galway and Cork, with 16 offers.

Facts about the bus from Galway to Cork

Compare all providers like Expressway and Irish Citylink that travel 375 times every day by bus from Galway to Cork in one click! Book your bus ticket from Galway to Cork starting from $12!

Cheapest Bus	$12
Fastest Bus	2h 40m
Earliest Bus	7:05 AM
Latest Bus	7:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes	375 Ø
Distance	97.8 miles
Bus Companies	Expressway and Irish Citylink

Cheapest bus connections from Galway to Cork

Every day, 375 buses from 2 bus companies leave Galway for Cork: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/29/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

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Thursday

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Sunday 01/25

Monday 01/26

Tuesday 01/27

Wednesday 01/28

Thursday 01/29

$12

Friday 01/30

Saturday 01/31

Sunday 02/01

$12

Monday 02/02

Tuesday 02/03

Wednesday 02/04

Thursday 02/05

Friday 02/06

Saturday 02/07

$12

Sunday 02/08

Monday 02/09

$12

Tuesday 02/10

Wednesday 02/11

Thursday 02/12

Friday 02/13

Saturday 02/14

Sunday 02/15

Monday 02/16

Tuesday 02/17

Wednesday 02/18

Thursday 02/19

$12

Friday 02/20

Saturday 02/21

The cheapest time to travel from Galway to Cork

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

With a price starting from $12, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Galway to Cork. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $12.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Galway to Cork, with $12. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $29.

How to save money travelling from Galway to Cork

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Galway to Cork in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Galway to Cork, 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 buses from Galway to Cork are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Galway to Cork

These are the most booked bus companies between Galway to Cork from our users.

Expressway from Galway to Cork

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

Cheapest Price	$12
Fastest Bus	4h 15m
Earliest Bus	7:05 AM
Last Bus	6:10 PM
Daily Connections	343 Ø
Found on	1/19/2026

Irish Citylink from Galway to Cork

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

Cheapest Price	$29
Fastest Bus	2h 40m
Earliest Bus	8:30 AM
Last Bus	7:40 PM
Daily Connections	32 Ø
Found on	1/19/2026

All bus stations and stops in Galway and Cork

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Galway and Cork.

Central Bus Station

Station Rd

Old Dublin Road Station

Old Dublin Rd

NUIG

Eyre Square

Spanish Arch, Stop 522011

St Patrick's Quay

Saint Patrick's Quay 16

Parnell Place Bus Station

Parnell Pl 8

Ballyvourney

Flats

Anderson's Quay Bus Stop

Bishopstown Road, Stop 240041

Service and Comfort on the bus from Galway to Cork

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Galway to Cork? Or which bus companies serve the route Galway to Cork? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Galway to Cork bus

How much does a Galway Cork bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $12 and takes 4h 20m to reach Cork. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $12 and $86. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cork.

On average, how many connections are available from Galway to Cork each day?

Every day, the Galway to Cork bus route is served by approximately 375 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Galway to Cork take?

The fastest bus from Galway to Cork is offered by Irish Citylink and takes 2h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $29. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Galway to Cork?

The earliest bus arriving in Cork from Galway starts at 7:05 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Galway to Cork?

The latest bus trip departing from Galway for Cork starts at 7:40 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Galway Cork route?

When traveling by bus from Galway to Cork, passengers can travel with Expressway and Irish Citylink. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Cork?

You can check all the direct connections between Galway and Cork 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 Galway to Cork bus route?

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 Galway Cork bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Galway Cork 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 traveling 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 Cork on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Galway to Cork?

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 375 daily trips between Galway and Cork. 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 Cork?

Prices and availability for 375 trips between Galway and Cork 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 Cork

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 Cork

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