4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dublin to Cork
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h
Buses per day
5
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dublin to Cork is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Cork will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $28.
Of the 5 buses that leave Dublin for Cork 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 219 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dublin to Cork
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Cork among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 219 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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$26 Average Price Cheapest | $33 Average Price |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dublin to Cork bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Cork coaches for today, Thursday, 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:00 pm Dublin | 3h00 | 8:00 pm Cork | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:30 pm Dublin | 3h00 | 8:30 pm Cork | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:00 pm Dublin | 3h00 | 9:00 pm Cork | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:30 pm Dublin | 3h00 | 9:30 pm Cork | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:30 pm Dublin | 3h00 | 10:30 pm Cork | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:00 am Dublin | 3h00 | 3:00 am Cork | 0 changesdirect | |
| 1:00 am Dublin | 3h00 | 4:00 am Cork | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dublin to Cork
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Buses from Dublin to Cork run on average 109 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 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 15m.
Distance 219 km |
Average bus duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Buses per day 109 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: AirCoach, Infobus, Irish Citylink, European Sleeper, Dublin Coach, Aircoach, Citylink from Dublin to CorkYou can travel by bus between Dublin to Cork with AirCoach, Infobus, Irish Citylink, European Sleeper, Dublin Coach, Aircoach, Citylink for as low as $25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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AirCoach
Irish Citylink
European Sleeper
Dublin Coach
Aircoach
Citylink
FAQs: Dublin to Cork coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Cork 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 Cork, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Dublin, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), Dublin, Airport (Terminal 1) and Dublin, Busáras. When arriving in Cork, you can end your route in coach stations like Cork, Bus Station and Cork, Lower Glanmire Road / Summerhill North.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cork, Bus Station, located away from the city centre.
- AirCoach
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- AirCoach
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Dublin to Cork, follow these tips:
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- AirCoach
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- AirCoach
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dublin and Cork
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- The Garden Terrace (in the station)
- Available outside the terminal at the designated taxi rank.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 41, 102
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiATMTaxisAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 15, 27, 49, 56A, 77A Train: DART
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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