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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex | Dublin City Centre (Bachelor’s Walk) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex | Dublin City Centre (Bachelor’s Walk) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex | Dublin Airport (DUB) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf | Dublin Busaras | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex | Dublin Airport (DUB) | No tags |
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Get from Cork to Dublin
The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cork and Dublin?
Stops in Cork
- B
Cork Bus Station at Parnell Place
Lower Oliver Plunkett St, Cork, Ireland - C
Ringaskiddy Ferry Terminal
Port of Cork, Loughbeg, Co. Cork, Ireland
Stops in Dublin
- B
City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)
Outside the Gresham Hotel on O'Connell Street, North City, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland - CDublin (Custom House), Custom House Quay, at Custom House
- DIrish Ferries Terminal, Toll Gasoline Center, Terminal Rd S, Dublin Port, Dublin, Ireland
- E
Dublin
Prince's Street North, North City, Dublin, Ireland - F
Ferryport Terminal 2
Dublin Port Ferryport (Terminal 2), Ireland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cork to Dublin by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cork to Dublin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cork to Dublin start from $34. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cork to Dublin?
The average bus travel time from Cork to Dublin is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 227 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h and is operated by Citylink.
Which bus companies service the Cork to Dublin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 126 buses available per day, including services from Expressway, Aircoach, Citylink.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cork to Dublin?
The earliest bus departs from Cork to Dublin at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cork to Dublin?
A bus trip from Cork to Dublin generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cork to Dublin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citylink, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 728 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cork to Dublin?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citylink has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cork to Dublin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Citylink, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cork to Dublin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Aircoach, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cork to Dublin was searched and found on Feb 13, 2026 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cork to Dublin, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $122 for a bus ticket from Cork to Dublin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2026-02-15.
Usually Expressway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
