Galway to Limerick bus with Irish Citylink

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Galway to Limerick

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

$16

Average price

$17

Fastest journey

1 h 20 m

Average duration

1 h 58 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

73 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Galway to Limerick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Galway to Limerick will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $16.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Galway for Limerick every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.

Bus Éireann
06:05PM2h20
Galway
08:25PMLimerick
$161One-way
0 changes
Bus Éireann
07:05PM2h20
Galway
09:25PMLimerick
$161One-way
0 changes
Bus Éireann
08:05PM2h20
Galway
10:25PMLimerick
$161One-way
0 changes
Citylink
05:30PM1h30
Galway
07:00PMLimerick
$181One-way
0 changes
Citylink
07:30PM1h20
Galway
08:50PMLimerick
$181One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Galway to Limerick

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Galway to Limerick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $13.

Distance: 73 km

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Train

$12

Average Price

Cheapest

$15

Average Price

2h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 1m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 44m

Average total duration

2h 14m

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30m

Additional time*

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Galway to Limerick

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Buses from Galway to Limerick run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 if you book in advance.
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
Distance
73 km
Average bus duration
2h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
$12
Buses per day
25
Direct buses
25
Fastest bus
2h 10m
First bus
07:05
Last bus
20:25
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

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 $12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Infobus

About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Infobus frequency
59 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.

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
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
$18

European Sleeper

About
Alibus is a bus company, managed by A.N.M. S.p.a (Azienda Napoletana Mobilita), primarily known for providing efficient airport transfer services in Italy. It connects Naples Capodichino Airport with various points in Naples, including the Central Station (Piazza Garibaldi) and the Port of Naples (Molo Angioino/Beverello and Porta di Massa). Alibus also offers airport transfers to Catania International Airport. The service is recognized for its punctuality and affordability, with buses running frequently, typically every 15 to 30 minutes, and a journey time of approximately 35 minutes between Naples Airport and the Maritime Station.

Citylink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
$18
Citylink frequency
6 a day

Bus Éireann

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
$16
Bus Éireann frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Galway to Limerick coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Galway to Limerick with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Galway to Limerick.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Galway to Limerick can start from as little as $15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Galway to Limerick is $27; 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 Limerick is 2 h 10 min   to travel the 73 km long trip, with around there are 33 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Galway to Limerick leaves at 12: 45am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Galway to Limerick leaves at 9: 45pm.
Yes, there are 33 direct coaches a day from Galway to Limerick with Expressway, Bus Éireann or Citylink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Take the Galway to Limerick coach with Expressway, Irish Citylink, European Sleeper, Infobus, Bus Éireann or Citylink. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey between Galway and Limerick as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When departing from Galway, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Galway, Coach Station, Galway, Bus Station and Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd). When arriving in Limerick, you can end your route in coach stations like Limerick, Bus Station and Limerick, Henry Street.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Galway, Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Limerick, Bus Station, located away from the city centre.

A trip to Limerick from Galway is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Galway to Limerick is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Limerick from Galway including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Galway to Limerick has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Galway to Limerick.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Galway to Limerick.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Galway to Limerick.
    No, luggage for the coach from Galway to Limerick needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Galway to Limerick.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Galway to Limerick.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Galway to Limerick.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Galway to Limerick.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Galway and Limerick

    Galway
    Limerick
    The major coach station for departures in Galway is Galway, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Galway, Bus Station for your trip from Galway to Limerick.
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    Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd)
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