How much is the bus ticket from Cork to Killarney?

The cheapest coach tickets from Cork to Killarney start from £24. The average price for this route is around £24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cork to Killarney?

The average bus journey time from Cork to Killarney is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 45 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 20m and is operated by Expressway .

Which bus companies service the Cork to Killarney route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 64 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cork to Killarney?

The earliest bus departs from Cork to Killarney at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cork to Killarney?

A bus journey from Cork to Killarney produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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Next bus departures

Next departures from Cork to Killarney on 20 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:45	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	22:10	Killarney Rock	Cheapest
Bus	20:45	Cork Bishopstown	1h 20m	22:05	Killarney Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	20:40	Cork Western	1h 30m	22:10	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	20:40	Cork Western	1h 25m	22:05	Killarney Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Killarney on 21 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	09:40	Killarney Rock	Cheapest
Bus	08:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 20m	09:35	Killarney Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	10:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	11:40	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	11:45	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	13:10	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	12:45	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	14:10	Killarney Rock	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Killarney on 22 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:45	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	12:10	Killarney Rock	Cheapest
Bus	10:45	Cork Bishopstown	1h 20m	12:05	Killarney Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:45	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	14:10	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	13:45	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	15:10	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	14:45	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	16:10	Killarney Rock	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Killarney on 23 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	09:40	Killarney Rock	Cheapest
Bus	08:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 20m	09:35	Killarney Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	08:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	09:40	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	10:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	11:40	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	10:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	11:40	Killarney Rock	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Killarney on 24 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	11:40	Killarney Rock	Cheapest
Bus	08:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 20m	09:35	Killarney Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	08:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	09:40	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	10:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	11:40	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	11:45	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	13:10	Killarney Rock	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Killarney on 25 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	11:40	Killarney Rock	Cheapest
Bus	08:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 20m	09:35	Killarney Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	08:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	09:40	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	10:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	11:40	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	11:45	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	13:10	Killarney Rock	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Killarney on 26 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	11:40	Killarney Rock	Cheapest
Bus	08:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 20m	09:35	Killarney Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	08:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	09:40	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	10:15	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	11:40	Killarney Rock	No tags
Bus	11:45	Cork Bishopstown	1h 25m	13:10	Killarney Rock	No tags

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Get from Cork to Killarney

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

64bus per day

1h 25mAverage duration

45 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cork and Killarney?

Stops in Cork

A
Cork Airport
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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 Killarney

A
Killarney Bus Station
12 Fair Hill, Ardshanavooly, Killarney, Co. Kerry, Ireland
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Compare bus companies

Expressway

3.5/5498 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi3.1

Based on 498 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at £24

Expressway Cork Killarney recent customer reviews

When we went to Killarney from Cork the bus was almost half an hour late. And on the way back from Killarney we spent a very long time looking for a bus stop around town. And our great dissatisfaction was why to sell a ticket from this remote stop, if the bus goes to the bus station. People who do not know the city do not know the exact places of departure of the bus and can decide that it does not go from the bus station. And what a disappointment it was that at first we were in soap looking for a stop, afraid to be late and passed the bus station and the bus came to it later. Very inconvenient, they could have sold tickets from the bus station. I will never take this route again.

Olha D.

23 December 2025

The bus was very clean, and prompt. The driver was exceptional and very helpful.

Steven R.

14 October 2025

The coach is great. But I was given really silly information by Budbus with regard to bus stops.i found myself standing at bus tops with no shelter and outside town centers. As my journeys progressed I realized I'd been given ridiculous information and could have made my journey a lot easier with better suggestions.

Maura D.

17 May 2024

IE bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cork to Killarney

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Cork to Killarney?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cork to Killarney start from £24. The average price for this route is around £24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cork to Killarney?
The average bus journey time from Cork to Killarney is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 45 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 20m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Cork to Killarney route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 64 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cork to Killarney?
The earliest bus departs from Cork to Killarney at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cork to Killarney?
A bus journey from Cork to Killarney produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

18/02

£22

19/02

£22

Today

£22

21/02

£22

22/02

£22

23/02

£10

24/02

£10

25/02

£10

The cheapest trip from Cork to Killarney was searched and found on 23 Feb 2026 with a price of £10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cork to Killarney as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £10 to £22 for a bus ticket from Cork to Killarney based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2026-02-23.