How to get from Galway City to Macroom by bus?

Galway City to Macroom - Bus Schedule

The 251 bus from Galway City to Macroom runs from 08:30 to 19:30, with departures every 1 hr-2 hr. The trip takes about 5 hr 8 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Galway City to Macroom by bus

To get from Galway City to Macroom in Ireland, take the 251 bus from Galway Coach Stn station to Cork Anderson's Quay station. Next, take the 40 bus from Cork Bus Stn station to Macroom station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 8 min. The bus schedule from Galway City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Macroom on the Moovit app.

308min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 251251
Bus - 4040
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 bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cork Bus Stn
    ID 255021
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Tralee
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Macroom
    Ride to bus station
    Macroom
    ID 356141
    45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Galway City to Macroom

The distance between Galway City, Ireland and Macroom, Ireland is approximately 238.23 km, which can typically be travelled in 308 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Galway City to Macroom 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 Macroom

To check the bus schedule from Galway City to Macroom using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Galway City) and destination (Macroom), 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 Macroom?

    The fastest way takes 308 minutes, using Bus line 251, Bus line 40.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 8 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Galway City to Macroom?

    The 251 bus line goes from Galway Coach Stn station near Galway City in Galway to Cork Anderson's Quay station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Cork Anderson's Quay station near Macroom in Ireland.

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

    The total travel time between Galway City in Galway and Macroom in Ireland by bus is about 5 hr 8 min.

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

    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 Macroom?

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

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