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How to get from Cork to Galway?

Planning to travel to Cork from Galway and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Cork to Galway, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Cork and Galway, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Iarnród Éireann, Bus Eireann or Citylink), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Cork to Galway, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Cork Galway trip.

For your trip from Cork to Galway, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Cork to Galway

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Cork to Galway, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Cork to Galway train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Cork Galway train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Cork to Galway transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Cork Galway Travel Information

Departure city
Cork
Ireland
Destination city
Galway
Ireland
Distance
98 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by bus
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Plan your trip from Cork to Galway easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Cork to Galway easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Cork and Galway that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Iarnród Éireann, Bus Eireann or Citylink to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Cork and Galway with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Cork and Galway

Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Cork to Galway?
Price The price of bus tickets from Cork to Galway are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Galway (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling as well), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travelers.
Comfort Cork-Galway buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Cork to Galway?
Environmentally friendly The Cork Galway train is considered a more environmentally friendly way to travel than flying or driving alone.
Cost Cork Galway train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.

Where to start from in Cork? Where do I arrive in Galway?

Cork Departure Bus Stations

Cork (Bus Station - Parnell Place)
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St. Patricks Quay
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Cork Airport Car Park, Cork Airport Car Park
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Galway arrival bus stations

Dublin Rd (GMIT)
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Galway (Bus Station)
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Galway Arrival Stations

Galway
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Bus Cork Galway

The duration of the bus trip between Cork and Galway usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Galway for your travel date.

Most buses between Cork and Galway are new and offer on-board power outlets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

Buses between Cork and Galway usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway service stations are provided.

Bus companies Cork Galway

Bus Eireann
Bus Eireann
Citylink
Citylink
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Trains Cork Galway

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Cork to Galway at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

There are discounts for children, students and seniors traveling by train from Cork to Galway that vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Cork to Galway. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

Train companies between Cork and Galway

Iarnród Éireann
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