Find Citylink Tickets from Cork to Limerick

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cork to Limerick on April 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ExpresswayBus
Cork Western
Limerick St NessansCheapest
Irish CitylinkBus
Cork Andersons Quay
Henry StreetFastest
ExpresswayBus
Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
Limerick Bus StationNo tags
Irish CitylinkBus
Cork Andersons Quay
Henry StreetNo tags
ExpresswayBus
Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
Limerick Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:38 PM IST.

Get from Cork to Limerick

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

64bus per day
3h 45mAverage Duration
54 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cork to Limerick by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cork to Limerick?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cork to Limerick start from $26. The average price for this route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cork to Limerick?

    The average bus trip duration from Cork to Limerick is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 54 miles (86 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Citylink.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cork to Limerick route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 64 buses available per day, including services from Expressway, Citylink.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cork to Limerick?

    The earliest bus departs from Cork to Limerick at 7:25am. And the latest bus departs at 8:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cork to Limerick?

    A bus trip from Cork to Limerick generates an estimated 2.1372 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What 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 739 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cork to Limerick?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citylink has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Cork to Limerick?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Citylink, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cork to Limerick?

    According to Busbud traveler 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.

Best price found
04/05
$25
04/06
$25
Today
$25
04/08
$24
04/09
$24
04/10
$12
04/11
$12
04/12
$12
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cork to Limerick was searched and found on Apr 10, 2026 with a price of $12

To 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 $12 to $81 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 $12 which is on 2026-04-10.

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