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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 Bishopstown | Limerick St Nessans | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf | Limerick Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf | Limerick Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf | Limerick Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf | Limerick Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Cork to Limerick
The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R$134, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cork and Limerick?
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cork to Limerick
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 Limerick?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cork to Limerick start from R$134. The average price for this route is around R$277. 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 Limerick?
The average bus journey time from Cork to Limerick is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 86 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Citylink.
Which bus companies service the Cork to Limerick route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 68 buses available per day, including services from Expressway, Citylink.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cork to Limerick?
The earliest bus departs from Cork to Limerick at 07:25. And the latest bus departs at 20:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cork to Limerick?
A bus journey from Cork to Limerick produces an estimated 2.1473500000000003 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Cork to Limerick?
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 749 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cork to Limerick?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citylink has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cork to Limerick?
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 Limerick?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citylink, 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 Limerick was searched and found on 7 May 2026 with a price of R$62To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cork to Limerick as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R$62 to R$419 for a bus ticket from Cork to Limerick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R$62, which is on 2026-05-07.
