251 Galway to Cork via Limerick
Operated by Citylink. First bus 07:30, last bus 19:45. 16 journeys on weekdays. Fares: TFI zonal, cheaper with a Leap Card — more.
Wanted a different 251? 9 other bus routes are numbered 251 elsewhere in the UK — see every 251 bus timetable by area.
| Stop | 08:30 | 10:30 | 11:30 | 13:30 | 14:30 | 16:30 | 17:30 | 19:30 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galway Coach Stn | 08:30 | 10:30 | 11:30 | 13:30 | 14:30 | 16:30 | 17:30 | 19:30 |
| ATU Galway | 08:40 | 10:40 | 11:40 | 13:40 | 14:40 | 16:40 | 17:40 | 19:40 |
| Henry Street | 10:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | 20:50 |
| Cork Andersn's Quay | 11:30 | 13:30 | 14:30 | 16:30 | 17:30 | 19:30 | 20:30 | 22:20 |
| Cork Airport | 11:50 | 13:50 | 14:50 | 16:50 | 17:50 | 19:55 | 20:50 | 22:40 |
Each column is one journey, headed by the time it sets off. Times are shown at the route's main timing stops — buses serve all stops in between. Switch a table to All stops for every stop it calls at, or open a stop's own page for live departures there.
Route map
All stops on route 251
251 towards Cork
All 5 stops
- Galway Coach Stn Galway
- ATU Galway Galway
- Henry Street Limerick
- Cork Andersn's Quay Cork
- Cork Airport Cork
251 towards Galway
All 5 stops
- Cork Airport Cork
- Cork Andersn's Quay Cork
- Henry Street Limerick
- Belmont Galway
- Galway Ceannt Galway
Towns & areas on this route
Frequently asked questions
What time is the first 251 bus?
The first 251 departure on weekdays leaves at 07:30 (check the full timetable below for your stop, as times vary along the route — weekend times can differ).
What time is the last 251 bus?
The last 251 on weekdays leaves its first stop at 19:45. Always check the timetable for your specific stop — later stops are reached after this time.
How much does the 251 bus cost?
Fares on the 251 are set under the National Transport Authority's fare structure. Paying with a TFI Leap Card is significantly cheaper than cash, with daily and weekly caps on most city services.
Who runs the 251 bus?
The 251 is operated by Citylink.
Timetable data from Citylink via Ireland's National Transport Authority. Check before you travel — services can change at short notice.