Cheap coach tickets from Cork to Dublin Airport

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Coach from Cork to Dublin Airport: Journey Information

There are 35 intercity coaches per day from Cork to Dublin Airport. Travelling by coach from Cork to Dublin Airport usually takes around 3 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest AirCoach coach can make the trip in 3 hours.

Distance
142 mi (228 km)
Shortest duration
3h
Cheapest price
US$25.59
Trips per day
35
Most frequent service
AirCoach
Coach lines
2

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How much is a coach ticket from Cork to Dublin Airport?

Coach tickets for a trip from Cork to Dublin Airport cost about US$26 when you book at the cheapest time, 20 days ahead. Opting to take a coach is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Cork to Dublin Airport by travel date

US$30US$20US$10NovNov

If you're planning to travel by coach from Cork to Dublin Airport in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from US$26 to US$26. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 9 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Dublin Airport this week, coach tickets are available starting at US$26.

Average coach ticket prices from Cork to Dublin Airport by month

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Travelling from Cork to Dublin Airport by coach will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, coach ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around US$27 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 20 days in advance. This way, you can save up to US$1.20 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Cork to Dublin Airport?

There are two coach lines that have daily service from Cork to Dublin Airport that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, AirCoach usually offers more choice, with 33 scheduled trips per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
AirCoach333h 25mUS$26.44
Irish Citylink153h 24mUS$25.74
  • AirCoach is a popular Irish coach company that transports approximately two million passengers annually across its six main routes. With high-frequency services, AirCoach offers convenient transport to popular destinations such as Cork, Galway, and Belfast. Most of their services originate or terminate in Dublin, with stops at Dublin Airport terminals. AirCoach's modern fleet provides passenger comfort with amenities like air conditioning, power sockets, and Wi-Fi. The coaches also offer comfortable seating, onboard toilets (on certain routes), and passenger baggage allowance.

  • Irish Citylink is a coach transport company with routes to major cities across Ireland, including Cork to Dublin Airport. On this route, it usually takes Irish Citylink 3 hours and 24 minutes to make the journey. Irish Citylink coaches have ample storage space for any luggage you may be carrying and also provide complimentary Wi-Fi, toilets, and friendly, attentive staff.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Cork to Dublin Airport

There are 35 scheduled coaches that travel from Cork to Dublin Airport every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Cork to Dublin Airport without transferring.

Trips per day

35

Direct trips

35

The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 142 miles from Cork to Dublin Airport. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a film. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

142

Distance (km)

228

The first coach leaves at 0:01 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Cork to Dublin Airport, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

12:01am

Latest coach

11:00pm

Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Cork to Dublin Airport for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Friday

Least crowded

Saturday

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Cork?

Main departure station: Cork Lower Glanmire Rd

Most coaches depart from the main station in Cork.

All coach stations in Cork:

  • Cork Lower Glanmire Rd

Where does the coach arrive in Dublin Airport?

Main arrival station: Dublin Airport T1

Coaches arrive in Dublin Airport at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.

Coach stations in Dublin Airport:

  • Dublin Airport T1
  • Dublin Airport T2 - Departures Road
  • Dublin Airport

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