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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cork to Kilkenny
- Cheapest price on Nov 03
- €17
- Average ticket price on Nov 03
- €20
- Fastest journey on Nov 03
- 2 h 35 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 03
- 2 h 35 m
- Buses on Nov 03
- 10
- Distance
- 118 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cork to Kilkenny is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cork to Kilkenny will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 10 buses from Cork to Kilkenny, including 8 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 118 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 2 h 35 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.
5:05 AM 2h35 Cork 7:40 AM Ormonde Road €17 1 One-way 0 transfers7:05 AM 2h35 Cork 9:40 AM Ormonde Road €17 1 One-way 0 transfers9:05 AM 2h35 Cork 11:40 AM Ormonde Road €17 1 One-way 0 transfers11:05 AM 2h35 Cork 1:40 PM Ormonde Road €17 1 One-way 0 transfers1:05 PM 2h35 Cork 3:40 PM Ormonde Road €17 1 One-way 0 transfers
5:05 AM 2h35 Cork 7:40 AM Ormonde Road €17 1 One-way 0 transfers7:05 AM 2h35 Cork 9:40 AM Ormonde Road €17 1 One-way 0 transfers9:05 AM 2h35 Cork 11:40 AM Ormonde Road €17 1 One-way 0 transfers11:05 AM 2h35 Cork 1:40 PM Ormonde Road €17 1 One-way 0 transfers1:05 PM 2h35 Cork 3:40 PM Ormonde Road €17 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cork to Kilkenny
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Take a bus from Cork to Kilkenny and enjoy the approximately 118 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 09:40, the last at 20:15.
Distance 118 km |
First bus 9:40 AM |
Last bus 8:15 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Cork to Kilkenny bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cork to Kilkenny buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:05 AM Cork | 2h35 | 7:40 AM Ormonde Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:05 AM Cork | 2h35 | 9:40 AM Ormonde Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:05 AM Cork | 2h35 | 11:40 AM Ormonde Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:05 AM Cork | 2h35 | 1:40 PM Ormonde Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:05 PM Cork | 2h35 | 3:40 PM Ormonde Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:05 PM Cork | 2h35 | 5:40 PM Ormonde Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Bus providers: Dublin Coach, Expressway (Bus Éireann) from Cork to KilkennyYou can travel by bus between Cork to Kilkenny with Dublin Coach, Expressway (Bus Éireann). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cork and Kilkenny
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FAQs: Bus from Cork to Kilkenny
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Popular bus stations from Cork to Kilkenny
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