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Galway to Cork

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196 km.
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Two ways to Travel from Galway to Cork

Composite routes from Galway to Cork

Cheapest
2 h 17 min
Car
196 km.
from $10
Other
2 h 17 min
Rideshare
196 km.
from $7.46

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Galway to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38
Train from Limerick Junction to Cork
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$21.65–$30.57

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$20.38–$29.30
Bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Ennis
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56
Bus from Ennis Station to Cork
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$28.02

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Cork is to bus which costs $15.22 - $26.09 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $36.96 - $54.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Cork?

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

Is there a direct train between Galway and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Cork. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Cork via Limerick and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Galway to Cork?

The distance between Galway and Cork is 196 km. The road distance is 196.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Cork without a car is to bus which takes 3h and costs $15.22 - $26.09 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Galway to Cork bus from?

Galway to Cork bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Cork?

The best way to get from Galway to Cork is to bus which takes 3h and costs $15.22 - $26.09 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $27.17 - $39.13 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Galway to Cork bus arrive?

Galway to Cork bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Cork Anderson's Quay station.

Where does the Galway to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Cork is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Galway to Cork.

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

Book your Galway to Cork bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 238+ hotels available in Cork. Prices start at $67.26 per night.
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