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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cork to Dublin

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

€20

Average price

€25

Fastest journey

5 h 48 m

Average duration

6 h 20 m

Buses per day

Distance

219 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cork to Dublin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cork to Dublin will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Cork for Dublin on Sun, Jul 13, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 the direct buses cover the 219 km distance in an average of 6 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 48 m .

On Sun, Jul 13 the slowest buses will take 6 h 51 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.

09:40AM6h13

Cork

03:53PMDublin

€201One-way

0 transfers

02:40PM6h00

Cork

08:40PMDublin

€221One-way

0 transfers

04:40PM5h48

Cork

10:28PMDublin

€271One-way

0 transfers

10:40AM6h51

Cork

05:31PMDublin

€281One-way

0 transfers

03:40PM6h50

Cork

10:30PMDublin

€281One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cork to Dublin

Ireland

Buses from Cork to Dublin run on average 92 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

218 km

Average bus duration

4h 9m

Cheapest ticket price

€23

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

5h 48m

First bus

00:25

Last bus

23:30

Price information

FAQs: Bus from Cork to Dublin

FAQs: Take the bus from Cork to Dublin with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Cork to Dublin.

Cheap coach tickets from Cork to Dublin can start from as little as €20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cork to Dublin is €24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by coach from Cork to Dublin is 5 h 48 min to travel the 218 km long journey, with around there are 96 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Cork to Dublin leaves at 00: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Cork to Dublin leaves at 23: 30.

Yes, there are 40 direct coaches a day from Cork to Dublin with Aircoach, Dublin Coach or Citylink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

For the best Cork to Dublin coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with AirCoach, Infobus, Irish Citylink, Expressway, European Sleeper, Aircoach, Bus Éireann, Dublin Coach or Citylink. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services to Dublin from Cork to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cork, Lower Glanmire Road / Summerhill North, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), located 9.1 miles (14.7 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a coach from Cork to Dublin is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Dublin from Cork including taking a train or coach.

No, the coach from Cork to Dublin has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cork to Dublin.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cork to Dublin.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Cork to Dublin, follow these tips:

Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.

Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Cork to Dublin.

No, luggage for the coach from Cork to Dublin needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Cork to Dublin.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cork to Dublin.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Cork to Dublin.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Cork to Dublin.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Cork to Dublin

Cork

Dublin

The major bus station for departures in Cork is Cork, Lower Glanmire Road / Summerhill North. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cork, Lower Glanmire Road / Summerhill North for your trip from Cork to Dublin.

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