How far is Waterford from Cork by coach?

The distance between Cork and Waterford by coach is approximately 63 miles (102 km).

What is the best way to go from Cork to Waterford without a car?

You can travel to Waterford from Cork by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus from Cork to Waterford from £10 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next departures

Next departures from Cork to Waterford on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	12:43	Waterford Cork Road	CheapestFastest
11:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	13:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
12:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	14:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
13:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	15:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
14:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	16:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Waterford on 8 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	10:43	Waterford Cork Road	CheapestFastest
09:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	11:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
10:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	12:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
11:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	13:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
12:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	14:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Waterford on 9 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	21:43	Waterford Cork Road	Cheapest
09:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	11:43	Waterford Cork Road	Fastest
10:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	12:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
12:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	14:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
13:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	15:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Waterford on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	10:43	Waterford Cork Road	Cheapest
08:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	10:43	Waterford Cork Road	Fastest
09:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	11:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
10:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	12:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
10:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	12:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Waterford on 11 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	10:43	Waterford Cork Road	Cheapest
08:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	10:43	Waterford Cork Road	Fastest
09:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	11:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
09:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	11:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
10:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	12:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Waterford on 12 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	10:43	Waterford Cork Road	Cheapest
08:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	10:43	Waterford Cork Road	Fastest
09:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	11:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
09:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	11:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
10:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	12:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Waterford on 13 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	10:43	Waterford Cork Road	Cheapest
08:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	10:43	Waterford Cork Road	Fastest
09:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	11:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
09:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	11:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
10:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	12:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Waterford on 14 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	10:43	Waterford Cork Road	Cheapest
08:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	10:43	Waterford Cork Road	Fastest
09:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	11:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
10:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	12:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags
10:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 3m	12:43	Waterford Cork Road	No tags

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Get from Cork to Waterford

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

50bus per day

2h 5mAverage duration

60 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

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Expressway

4/5430 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.1

Users have reported that the bus offers a comfortable and relaxing ride with clean seats. However, there was an issue where individuals were occupying disabled seats without needing them, which caused some inconvenience during the journey until it was resolved midway.

Expressway Cork Waterford recent customer reviews

Bus broke down Transfer us to a nother bus all so broke down.5 hours travel to Waterford from cork .2 hours watering onthe cork moter way for a replacement bus .

Simon K.

17 July 2025

Unfortunately people were sitting in disabled seats that did not need to be . I eventually managed to move half way through journey . Very comfortable clean bus.

Janet S.

15 July 2025

Nicel raxing drive comfortably seats

Henry S.

3 August 2025

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Where are the popular stops in Cork and Waterford?

Stops in Cork

A - Cork Airport

B - Cork Bus Station at Parnell Place

C - Ringaskiddy Ferry Terminal

Stops in Waterford

A - Waterford Bus Station - Days Hotel

B - Waterford Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cork to Waterford

How far is Waterford from Cork by coach?
The distance between Cork and Waterford by coach is approximately 63 miles (102 km).
What is the best way to go from Cork to Waterford without a car?
You can travel to Waterford from Cork by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/11

£15

06/11

£15

Today

£15

08/11

£15

09/11

£10

10/11

£10

11/11

£10

12/11

£10

The cheapest trip from Cork to Waterford was searched and found on 10 Nov 2025 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 Waterford as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £10 to £15 for a bus ticket from Cork to Waterford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-11-10.

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