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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 Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf | Waterford Cork Road | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf | Waterford Cork Road | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf | Waterford Cork Road | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf | Waterford Cork Road | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf | Waterford Cork Road | No tags |
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Get from Cork to Waterford
The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 364, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cork and Waterford?
Stops in Cork
- A
Cork Airport
- 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 Waterford
- A
Waterford Bus Station - Days Hotel
7 Merchants Quay, Waterford, Ireland - B36 Merchants Quay, Waterford, Ireland
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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 on time; great driver; very friendly & helpful to us and all passengers whihc was aplesure to experience.
Jennifer G.
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cork to Waterford by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cork to Waterford?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cork to Waterford start at R 364. The average price for this route is around R 365. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cork to Waterford?
The average bus journey time from Cork to Waterford is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 101 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Cork to Waterford route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 50 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cork to Waterford?
The earliest bus departs from Cork to Waterford at 08:40. And the latest bus departs at 20:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cork to Waterford?
A bus trip from Cork to Waterford produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 Waterford was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 205To 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 R 205 to R 333 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 R 205, which is on 2025-12-10.
