What is the travel distance from Cork to Donegal?

The distance between the two cities is 191 miles (308 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cork to Donegal?

The majority of buses traveling from Cork to Donegal start their journey at Cork Airport and wind up at Abbey Hotel Bus Stop. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Cork to Donegal from $35 | Compare & Save up to 56%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cork to Donegal on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:40pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	11h 41m	1:21am	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	7:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	8h 42m	4:07pm	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	7:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	10h 52m	6:17pm	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	10h 52m	6:17pm	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	8h 42m	4:07pm	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	12h 30m	7:55pm	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	7:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	12h 30m	7:55pm	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	11h 47m	8:12pm	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags

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Get from Cork to Donegal

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 8 minutes and with fares starting at just $63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

11h 8mAverage Duration

191 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

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4/5437 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

Based on 437 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at $63

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Where are the popular stops in Cork and Donegal?

Stops in Cork

A - Cork Airport

B - Cork Bus Station at Parnell Place

C - Ringaskiddy Ferry Terminal

Stops in Donegal

A - Abbey Hotel Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cork to Donegal by bus

What is the travel distance from Cork to Donegal?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cork to Donegal?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/09

$35

11/10

$35

Today

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11/12

$35

11/13

$39

11/14

$35

11/15

$39

11/16

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The cheapest trip from Cork to Donegal was searched and found on Nov 14, 2025 with a price of $35

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

You can expect to pay from $35 to $78 for a bus ticket from Cork to Donegal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-11-14.