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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Galway to Limerick
Cheapest price
25S$
Average price
29S$
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
73 km
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 29S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 25S$.
Of the 22 buses that leave Galway for Limerick every day 22 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 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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.
8:30 AM1h30Galway10:00 AMLimerick25 S$1One-way0 changes- 10:30 AM1h30Galway12:00 PMLimerick25 S$1One-way0 changes
- 11:30 AM1h30Galway1:00 PMLimerick25 S$1One-way0 changes
- 1:30 PM1h30Galway3:00 PMLimerick25 S$1One-way0 changes
- 2:30 PM1h30Galway4:00 PMLimerick25 S$1One-way0 changes
- 7:30 PM1h20Galway8:50 PMLimerick25 S$1One-way0 changes
- 8:30 AM1h30Galway10:00 AMLimerick25 S$1One-way0 changes
- 10:30 AM1h30Galway12:00 PMLimerick25 S$1One-way0 changes
- 11:30 AM1h30Galway1:00 PMLimerick25 S$1One-way0 changes
- 1:30 PM1h30Galway3:00 PMLimerick25 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Galway to Limerick
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Galway to Limerick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from 16S$. 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 train costs an average of 16S$, and a coach costs an average of 25S$.
Distance: 73 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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29S$ Average Price | 17S$ Average Price Cheapest |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Galway to Limerick bus times
The table below shows live departures for Galway to Limerick coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday, 30 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 7:05 AM Galway | 2h15 | 9:20 AM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:05 AM Galway | 2h15 | 10:20 AM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:30 AM Galway | 1h30 | 10:00 AM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:05 AM Galway | 2h15 | 11:20 AM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:05 AM Galway | 2h15 | 12:20 PM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:30 AM Galway | 1h30 | 12:00 PM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:05 AM Galway | 2h15 | 1:20 PM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:30 AM Galway | 1h30 | 1:00 PM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:05 PM Galway | 2h15 | 2:20 PM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 1:05 PM Galway | 2h15 | 3:20 PM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 1:30 PM Galway | 1h30 | 3:00 PM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2:05 PM Galway | 2h15 | 4:20 PM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2:30 PM Galway | 1h30 | 4:00 PM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3:05 PM Galway | 2h15 | 5:20 PM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4:05 PM Galway | 2h15 | 6:20 PM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4:30 PM Galway | 1h30 | 6:00 PM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:05 PM Galway | 2h15 | 7:20 PM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:30 PM Galway | 1h30 | 7:00 PM Limerick | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Galway to Limerick
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Buses from Galway to Limerick run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 25S$ but you can travel from only 16S$ by train.
There are 26 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:05, the last at 20:25. The fastest coach covers the 73 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 73 km |
Average bus duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price 25S$ |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 7:05 AM |
Last bus 8:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: Alibus, Irish Citylink, Infobus, Expressway (Bus Éireann), Citylink from Galway to LimerickYou can travel by bus between Galway to Limerick with Alibus, Irish Citylink, Infobus, Expressway (Bus Éireann), Citylink for as low as 16S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Galway to Limerick coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galway to Limerick by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Limerick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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