What is the cheapest way to get from Galway to Cobh?

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Cobh is to bus which costs €18 - €27 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galway to Cobh?

The fastest way to get from Galway to Cobh is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Cobh?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway station to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Station and arriving at Spy Hill via Cork Saint Patrick's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Cobh?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Cobh via Portarlington and Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Galway to Cobh?

The distance between Galway and Cobh is 219 km. The road distance is 212.5 km.

How do I travel from Galway to Cobh without a car?

The best way to get from Galway to Cobh without a car is to bus which takes 3h 58m and costs €18 - €27.

How long does it take to get from Galway to Cobh?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Galway to Cobh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Cobh bus from?

Galway to Cobh bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Cobh train from?

Galway to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Galway station.

Train or bus from Galway to Cobh?

The best way to get from Galway to Cobh is to bus which takes 3h 58m and costs €18 - €27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Galway to Cobh bus arrive?

Galway to Cobh bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Cork Anderson's Quay station.

Where does the Galway to Cobh train arrive?

Galway to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Galway to Cobh?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Cobh is 212 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Galway to Cobh.

Where can I stay near Cobh?

There are 309+ hotels available in Cobh.

Galway to Cobh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Galway to Cobh by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork Anderson's Quay251 / ...
3h 58m
€18–27
Train
1. Take the train from Galway to PortarlingtonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to CorkIc
5h 55m
€33–48
Drive 212.5 km
1. Drive from Galway to Cobh212.5 km
2h 39m
€36–52
Bus via Galway, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Galway, Bus Station to Cork Bus Station Parnell Place51
5h 18m
€25–35

Galway to Cobh by bus

144Weekly Buses

3h 58mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.1 km
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Galway, Ireland and Cobh, Ireland?

Citylink operates a bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork Anderson's Quay every 3 hours. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 3h. Bus Éireann also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Cobh via Portarlington and Cork in around 5h 55m.

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