How to get from Galway City to Cork by bus?

From Galway City to Cork by bus

Take one direct bus from Galway City to Cork in Ireland: take the 251 bus from Galway Coach Stn station to Cork Anderson's Quay station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 30 min. The bus schedule from Galway City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Cork on the Moovit app.

210min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 251251
Walk to Cork
Leaves from Galway Coach Stn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Galway Coach Stn
    ID 511201
    1.82 km • 23 min
  • 2
    Bus - 251251
    Wait for bus
    251
    Cork Airport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cork Anderson's Quay
    ID 11052
    180 min
  • 4
    Walk to Cork
    Walk to
    Cork
    540 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Galway City to Cork

The distance between Galway City, Ireland and Cork, Ireland is approximately 198.33 km, which can typically be travelled in 210 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Galway City to Cork by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Galway City to Cork

To check the bus schedule from Galway City to Cork using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Galway City) and destination (Cork), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 210 minutes, using Bus line 251.

  • Is there a direct bus between Galway City and Cork?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Galway City in Galway to Cork in Ireland in 3 hr 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Galway City to Cork?

    The 251 bus line goes from Galway Coach Stn station near Galway City in Galway to Cork Anderson's Quay station near Cork in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Galway City to Cork by bus?

    The total travel time between Galway City in Galway and Cork in Ireland by bus is about 3 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Galway City to get to Cork?

    Get on the 251 bus from the Galway Coach Stn stop near Galway City in Galway.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Galway City and Cork?

    Get off the bus at the Cork Anderson's Quay stop, which is closest to Cork in Ireland.

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