The cheapest and fastest coaches from Killarney to Cork
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Killarney to Cork is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Killarney to Cork will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 buses that leave Killarney for Cork every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:551h45Killarney8:40Cork£181One-way0 changes
6:551h39Killarney8:34Cork£231One-way1 change
6:551h39Killarney8:34Cork£231One-way1 change
6:551h45Killarney8:40Cork£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Killarney to Cork
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Killarney to Cork among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 74 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£13 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Killarney to Cork bus times
The table below shows live departures for Killarney to Cork coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:55 Killarney | 1h39 | 8:34 Cork | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:55 Killarney | 1h45 | 8:40 Cork | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Killarney to Cork by coach or train
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Why book with Omio vs Alibus?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Killarney to Cork
Buses from Killarney to Cork run on average 79 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £10 by train.
There are 79 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 20:45. The fastest coach covers the 74 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 74 km |
Average bus duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 79 |
Direct buses 79 |
Fastest bus 1h 27m |
First bus 6:30 |
Last bus 20:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: Alibus, Bus Éireann from Killarney to CorkYou can travel by bus between Killarney to Cork with Alibus, Bus Éireann for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Killarney to Cork coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Killarney to Cork by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cork, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alibus
- Pram/stroller access and dedicated wheelchair accessibility are available.
- Alibus
- The cancellation policy depends on the type of ticket chosen.
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- One piece of baggage and one piece of hand luggage are allowed.
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- For medium-sized dogs, an additional ticket is required.
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- Small pets are allowed in carriers, and dogs must be muzzled and leashed
- guide dogs are allowed for free.
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