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Compare prices and tickets Galway to Cobh by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Galway to Cobh
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Take a bus from Galway to Cobh and enjoy the approximately 165 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 07:05, the last at 18:25. The fastest bus covers the 165 km distance in 3h 14m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €34
Distance 165 km |
Average bus duration 2h 50m |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 14m |
First bus 07:05 |
Last bus 18:25 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €34
Bus providers: Irish Citylink, Citylink from Galway to CobhYou can travel by bus between Galway to Cobh with Irish Citylink, Citylink for as low as €34. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Irish Citylink
About
Irish Citylink is an Irish bus company, a subsidiary of the Singaporean company ComfortDelGro, that has been providing intercity coach travel in Ireland since 2003. They offer high-frequency express services connecting major cities, towns, and airports across Ireland, including Dublin, Galway, Limerick, Cork, and Ennis. Their fleet of modern coaches is equipped with amenities such as air conditioning, reclining seats, free Wi-Fi, and onboard toilets. Popular routes include Dublin to Galway, Galway to Dublin, and Dublin to Cork. As of May 2025, Irish Citylink operates on nine routes, including non-stop express services between Galway and Dublin City and Dublin Airport.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Each passenger is permitted to carry one 20kg suitcase, one 10kg suitcase, and one small soft bag suitable for onboard storage.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage may be accepted if space permits, with a surcharge of €5.00 per extra item.
Cancellation Policy
Refund requests may only be made by writing to the Customer Service Team, and Citylink will only consider refunding a ticket if the cancellation is due to the company being at fault, such as a late departure.
Refund
Citylink will only consider refunding a ticket if the reason for the cancellation is in some way caused by the company being at fault, for example a late departure of a vehicle.
Unaccompagned minor
For safety reasons, children under 14 years of age will not be carried unaccompanied on any of their Express services under any circumstances.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Free water bottles are available onboard.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Irish Citylink has several wheelchair-accessible coaches on the Galway to Dublin route, but it is recommended to reach out ahead of time to ensure necessary accommodations.
Bikes
Irish Citylink will carry bicycles for €5 per bicycle, as long as there is enough room in the undercarriage.
Pets
One guide dog is permitted onboard per passenger.
Entertaiment on board
Citylink
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 14m
Citylink frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Bus from Galway to Cobh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galway to Cobh by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cobh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Galway to Cobh can start from as little as €1 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Galway to Cobh is €1; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Galway to Cobh is 3 h 14 min to travel the 165 km long trip, with around there are 9 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Galway to Cobh leaves at 07: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Galway to Cobh leaves at 20: 25.
There are 9 coaches a day from Galway to Cobh which require at least one change with Irish Citylink or Citylink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Galway to Cobh coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Irish Citylink or Citylink. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Galway and Cobh to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to Cobh from Galway is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 14 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Galway to Cobh by coach is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Cobh from Galway including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Galway to Cobh has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Galway to Cobh.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Galway to Cobh.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Galway to Cobh.
No, luggage for the coach from Galway to Cobh needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Galway to Cobh.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Galway to Cobh.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Galway to Cobh.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Galway to Cobh.
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