Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cork to Dublin
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cork to Dublin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 219 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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$29 Average Price Cheapest | $33 Average Price |
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cork to Dublin
Buses from Cork to Dublin run on average 83 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 219 km distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 219 km |
Average bus duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Buses per day 83 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 50m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: AirCoach, Infobus, Irish Citylink, European Sleeper, Dublin Coach, Aircoach, Citylink, Bus Éireann from Cork to DublinYou can travel by bus between Cork to Dublin with AirCoach, Infobus, Irish Citylink, European Sleeper, Dublin Coach, Aircoach, Citylink, Bus Éireann for as low as $26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
AirCoach
Irish Citylink
European Sleeper
Dublin Coach
Aircoach
Citylink
Bus Éireann
FAQs: Cork to Dublin coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cork to Dublin 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 Dublin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- AirCoach
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- AirCoach
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- AirCoach
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- AirCoach
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cork and Dublin
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station)
- Available outside the station for convenient onward travel.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 205, 226, 245 Train: Cork Kent Station
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 11, 16, 41 Train: DART Tram: Luas Red
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area, Zone 20.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 16, 41, 700
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