The cheapest and fastest buses from Galway to Limerick
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Galway to Limerick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Galway to Limerick will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 1 buses that leave Galway for Limerick on Sun, Nov 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct buses cover the 73 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest buses will take 2 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Galway to Limerick
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Galway to Limerick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 73 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Galway to Limerick bus times
The table below shows live departures for Galway to Limerick buses for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:05 AM Galway | 2h15 | 11:20 AM Limerick | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:05 AM Galway | 2h15 | 12:20 PM Limerick | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, November 16 | |||||
![]() | 7:05 AM Galway | 2h15 | 9:20 AM Limerick | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Galway to Limerick
Buses from Galway to Limerick run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:05, the last at 20:25. The fastest bus covers the 73 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 73 km |
Average bus duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 07:05 |
Last bus 20:25 |
Bus providers: Irish Citylink, European Sleeper, Infobus, Citylink, Bus Éireann from Galway to LimerickYou can travel by bus between Galway to Limerick with Irish Citylink, European Sleeper, Infobus, Citylink, Bus Éireann for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Galway to Limerick
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galway to Limerick 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 Limerick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Galway, Bus Station, which is located around 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Limerick, Bus Station, located 0.6 miles (962 m) away from the city centre.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
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- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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