Cheap coach tickets from Dublin Airport to Cork

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Coach from Dublin Airport to Cork: Journey Information

There are 36 intercity coaches per day from Dublin Airport to Cork. Travelling by coach from Dublin Airport to Cork usually takes around 3 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest Irish Citylink coach can make the trip in 3 hours.

Distance: 142 mi (228 km)
Shortest duration: 3h
Cheapest price: US$25.59
Trips per day: 36
Most frequent service: AirCoach
Coach lines: 2

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There are several coach options that can take you from Dublin Airport to Cork:

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

Coach tickets for a trip from Dublin Airport to Cork cost about US$26 when you book at the cheapest time, 21 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 Dublin Airport to Cork by travel date

If you're planning to travel by coach from Dublin Airport to Cork 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 Cork this week, coach tickets are available starting at US$26.

Average coach ticket prices from Dublin Airport to Cork by month

Travelling from Dublin Airport to Cork 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

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 21 days in advance. This way, you can save up to US$0.83 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Dublin Airport to Cork?

There are two coach lines that have daily service from Dublin Airport to Cork that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, AirCoach usually offers more choice, with 34 scheduled trips per day.

Coach	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
AirCoach	34	3h 33m	US$26.19
Irish Citylink	15	3h 28m	US$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 Dublin Airport to Cork. On this route, it usually takes Irish Citylink 3 hours and 28 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 Dublin Airport to Cork

There are 36 scheduled coaches that travel from Dublin Airport to Cork 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 Dublin Airport to Cork without transferring.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 142 miles from Dublin Airport to Cork. 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 0:25 and the last coach leaves at 23:30. To see the times for all coaches from Dublin Airport to Cork, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

12:25am

Latest coach

11:30pm

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Cork at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Sunday

Least crowded

Tuesday

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Dublin Airport?

Main departure station: Dublin Airport T1

Coaches to Cork leave from 3 stations in Dublin Airport.

All coach stations in Dublin Airport:

Dublin Airport T1
Dublin Airport T2 - Departures Road
Dublin Airport

Where does the coach arrive in Cork?

Main arrival station: Cork Lower Glanmire Rd

All coaches from Dublin Airport arrive at one main station in Cork.

Coach stations in Cork:

Cork Lower Glanmire Rd

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