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Compare bus and train for Limerick to Cork
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Limerick to Cork among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 86 km
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2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Limerick to Cork
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Buses from Limerick to Cork run on average 118 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 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 86 km |
Average bus duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 118 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 07:25 |
Last bus 21:15 |
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
Bus providers: European Sleeper, Irish Citylink, Citylink, Bus Éireann from Limerick to CorkYou can travel by bus between Limerick to Cork with European Sleeper, Irish Citylink, Citylink, Bus Éireann for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Irish Citylink
About
Irish Citylink is an Irish bus company, a subsidiary of the Singaporean company ComfortDelGro, that has been providing intercity coach travel in Ireland since 2003. They offer high-frequency express services connecting major cities, towns, and airports across Ireland, including Dublin, Galway, Limerick, Cork, and Ennis. Their fleet of modern coaches is equipped with amenities such as air conditioning, reclining seats, free Wi-Fi, and onboard toilets. Popular routes include Dublin to Galway, Galway to Dublin, and Dublin to Cork. As of May 2025, Irish Citylink operates on nine routes, including non-stop express services between Galway and Dublin City and Dublin Airport.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
€15
Luggage included
Each passenger is permitted to carry one 20kg suitcase, one 10kg suitcase, and one small soft bag suitable for onboard storage.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage may be accepted if space permits, with a surcharge of €5.00 per extra item.
Cancellation Policy
Refund requests may only be made by writing to the Customer Service Team, and Citylink will only consider refunding a ticket if the cancellation is due to the company being at fault, such as a late departure.
Refund
Citylink will only consider refunding a ticket if the reason for the cancellation is in some way caused by the company being at fault, for example a late departure of a vehicle.
Unaccompagned minor
For safety reasons, children under 14 years of age will not be carried unaccompanied on any of their Express services under any circumstances.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Free water bottles are available onboard.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Irish Citylink has several wheelchair-accessible coaches on the Galway to Dublin route, but it is recommended to reach out ahead of time to ensure necessary accommodations.
Bikes
Irish Citylink will carry bicycles for €5 per bicycle, as long as there is enough room in the undercarriage.
Pets
One guide dog is permitted onboard per passenger.
Entertaiment on board
European Sleeper
About
Alibus is a bus company, managed by A.N.M. S.p.a (Azienda Napoletana Mobilita), primarily known for providing efficient airport transfer services in Italy. It connects Naples Capodichino Airport with various points in Naples, including the Central Station (Piazza Garibaldi) and the Port of Naples (Molo Angioino/Beverello and Porta di Massa). Alibus also offers airport transfers to Catania International Airport. The service is recognized for its punctuality and affordability, with buses running frequently, typically every 15 to 30 minutes, and a journey time of approximately 35 minutes between Naples Airport and the Maritime Station.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One piece of baggage and one piece of hand luggage are allowed.
Additional luggage
For medium-sized dogs, an additional ticket is required.
Luggage storage
Ample luggage storage is available on Alibus coaches.
Cancellation Policy
The cancellation policy depends on the type of ticket chosen.
Refund
Refunds depend on the cancellation timeframe and ticket conditions, with 100% refund for cancellations more than 48 hours before departure for baseline tickets.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Pram/stroller access and dedicated wheelchair accessibility are available.
Pets
Small pets are allowed in carriers, and dogs must be muzzled and leashed; guide dogs are allowed for free.
Citylink
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
€16
Citylink frequency
6 a day
Bus Éireann
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
€14
Bus Éireann frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Bus from Limerick to Cork
FAQs: Take the bus from Limerick to Cork 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 Limerick to Cork.
Cheap coach tickets from Limerick to Cork can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Limerick to Cork is €10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Cork from Limerick is on average 1 h 50 min for the 86 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Limerick and Cork by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Limerick to Cork leaves at 07: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Limerick to Cork leaves at 21: 15.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Limerick to Cork without having to change trains with Citylink or Bus Éireann. There are 13 direct coaches from Limerick to Cork each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Limerick to Cork coach with European Sleeper, Irish Citylink, Citylink or Bus Éireann. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip from Limerick to Cork as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
When departing from Limerick, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Limerick, Bus Station, Limerick, St Nessans Road (Crescent SC) and Limerick, Saint Nessan`s Rd (University Hospital). When arriving in Cork, you can end your route in coach stations like Cork, Bus Station, Cork, Western Road (Castlewhite Apts), Cork, Bishopstown University Hospital, Cork, Sheares Street (Mercy Hospital) and Cork, Curraheen Road (Marymount Hospice).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Limerick, Bus Station, which is located around 0.6 miles (962 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cork, Bus Station, located 0.3 miles (528 m) away from the city centre.
A day trip to Cork from Limerick is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Limerick to Cork is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Cork from Limerick including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Limerick to Cork has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Limerick to Cork.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Limerick to Cork.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Limerick to Cork.
No, luggage for the coach from Limerick to Cork needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Limerick to Cork.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Limerick to Cork.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Limerick to Cork.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Limerick to Cork.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Limerick to Cork
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The major bus station for departures in Limerick is Limerick, St Nessans Road (Crescent SC). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Limerick, St Nessans Road (Crescent SC) for your trip from Limerick to Cork.
Limerick, St Nessans Road (Crescent SC)
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Limerick, Saint Nessan`s Rd (University Hospital)
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The major bus station for arrivals in Cork is Cork, Bishopstown University Hospital. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cork, Bishopstown University Hospital for your trip to Cork from Limerick.
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Cork, Western Road (Castlewhite Apts)
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Cork, Sheares Street (Mercy Hospital)
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Cork, Curraheen Road (Marymount Hospice)
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