How much is the bus ticket from Donegal to Cork?

The cheapest bus tickets from Donegal to Cork start from $64. The average price for this route is around $82. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Donegal to Cork?

The average bus trip duration from Donegal to Cork is 10h 43m, covering a distance of 191 miles (308 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Expressway .

Which bus companies service the Donegal to Cork route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 20 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Donegal to Cork?

The earliest bus departs from Donegal to Cork at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 1:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Donegal to Cork?

A bus trip from Donegal to Cork generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Donegal to Cork from $44 | Compare & Save up to 47%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Donegal to Cork on January 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	10h 45m	7:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Cheapest
Bus	8:40am	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	8h 45m	5:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Fastest
Bus	4:00am	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	11h 15m	3:15pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	4:00am	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	11h 15m	3:15pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	11h 45m	5:15pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags

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Get from Donegal to Cork

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

10h 43mAverage Duration

191 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Donegal and Cork?

Stops in Donegal

A
Abbey Hotel Bus Stop
The Diamond, Donegal
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Stops in Cork

A
Cork Airport
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B
Cork Bus Station at Parnell Place
Lower Oliver Plunkett St, Cork, Ireland
C
Ringaskiddy Ferry Terminal
Port of Cork, Loughbeg, Co. Cork, Ireland

Compare bus companies

Expressway

4/5473 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

Based on 473 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 $64

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Donegal to Cork by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Donegal to Cork?
The cheapest bus tickets from Donegal to Cork start from $64. The average price for this route is around $82. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Donegal to Cork?
The average bus trip duration from Donegal to Cork is 10h 43m, covering a distance of 191 miles (308 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Donegal to Cork route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 20 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Donegal to Cork?
The earliest bus departs from Donegal to Cork at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 1:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Donegal to Cork?
A bus trip from Donegal to Cork generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$44

The cheapest trip from Donegal to Cork was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $44

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

You can expect to pay from $44 to $79 for a bus ticket from Donegal to Cork based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2025-12-31.