What is the distance between Shannon and Cork?

The distance between the two cities is 59 miles (95 km).

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

If you're headed to Cork from Shannon, chances are that your bus will depart from Shannon Town - Opposite 64 Cronan Gardens Bus Stop and arrive at Cork Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cork?

Once in Cork, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are St. Peter's, Jameson Distillery Midleton, Red Abbey Tower, Gougane Barra National Forest Park and Cork Butter Museum.

Bus Shannon to Cork from $12 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Shannon to Cork on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	11:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Cheapest
Bus	8:15pm	Bunratty L3126	2h 10m	10:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Fastest
Bus	10:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	12:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	1:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	12:10pm	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	2:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags

Next departures for Shannon to Cork on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	11:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Cheapest
Bus	8:15pm	Bunratty L3126	2h 10m	10:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Fastest
Bus	10:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	12:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	1:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	12:10pm	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	2:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags

Next departures for Shannon to Cork on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	11:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Cheapest
Bus	8:15pm	Bunratty L3126	2h 10m	10:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Fastest
Bus	9:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	11:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	10:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	12:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	1:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags

Next departures for Shannon to Cork on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:10pm	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	3:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Cheapest
Bus	8:15pm	Bunratty L3126	2h 10m	10:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Fastest
Bus	9:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	11:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	10:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	12:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	1:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags

Next departures for Shannon to Cork on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:10pm	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	3:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Cheapest
Bus	8:15pm	Bunratty L3126	2h 10m	10:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Fastest
Bus	9:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	11:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	10:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	12:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Bunratty L3126	2h 15m	1:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags

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Get from Shannon to Cork

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

99bus per day

5h 35mAverage Duration

59 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

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Based on 440 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 $27

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Where are the popular stops in Shannon and Cork?

Stops in Shannon

A - Shannon Town - Opposite 64 Cronan Gardens Bus Stop

Stops in Cork

A - Cork Airport

B - Cork Bus Station at Parnell Place

C - Ringaskiddy Ferry Terminal

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Shannon to Cork by bus

What is the distance between Shannon and Cork?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Shannon to Cork?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cork?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$24

11/17

$24

Today

$24

11/19

$24

11/20

$24

11/21

$12

11/22

$12

11/23

$12

The cheapest trip from Shannon to Cork was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 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 Shannon to Cork, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $12 to $81 for a bus ticket from Shannon to Cork based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-11-21.