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Cheap bus tickets from Cork to Dublin Airport
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Bus from Cork to Dublin Airport: Journey Information
There are 35 intercity buses per day from Cork to Dublin Airport. Traveling by bus from Cork to Dublin Airport usually takes around 3 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest AirCoach bus can make the trip in 3 hours.
- Distance
- 142 mi (228 km)
- Shortest duration
- 3h
- Cheapest price
- €22.96
- Trips per day
- 35
- Most frequent service
- AirCoach
- Bus lines
- 2
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Cork to Dublin Airport Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Cork to Dublin Airport:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Cork to Dublin Airport?
Bus tickets for a trip from Cork to Dublin Airport cost about €23 when you book at the cheapest time, 20 days ahead. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Cork to Dublin Airport by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Cork to Dublin Airport in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from €23 to €23. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 7, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Dublin Airport this week, bus tickets are available starting at €23.
Average bus ticket prices from Cork to Dublin Airport by month
Traveling from Cork to Dublin Airport by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around €24 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 20 days in advance. This way, you can save up to €1.13 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Cork to Dublin Airport?
There are two bus 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| AirCoach | 33 | 3h 25m | €23.76 |
| Irish Citylink | 15 | 3h 24m | €23.10 |
AirCoach is a popular Irish bus company that transports approximately two million passengers annually across its six main routes. With high-frequency services, AirCoach offers convenient transportation 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 outlets, and Wi-Fi. The coaches also offer comfortable seating, onboard restrooms (on certain routes), and passenger baggage allowance.
Irish Citylink is a bus transportation 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 traveling by bus from Cork to Dublin Airport
There are 35 scheduled buses 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 buses which you can take the entire route from Cork to Dublin Airport without transferring.
Trips per day
35
Direct trips
35
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 142 miles from Cork to Dublin Airport. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus 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 bus leaves at 12:01 AM and the last bus leaves at 11:00 PM. To see the times for all buses from Cork to Dublin Airport, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
12:01am
Latest bus
11:00pm
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
Most crowded
Tuesday
Least crowded
Thursday
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Cork?
Main departure station: Cork Lower Glanmire Rd
Most buses depart from the main station in Cork.
All bus stations in Cork:
- Cork Lower Glanmire Rd
Where does the bus arrive in Dublin Airport?
Main arrival station: Dublin Airport T1
Buses arrive in Dublin Airport at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Dublin Airport:
- Dublin Airport T1
- Dublin Airport T2 - Departures Road
- Dublin Airport
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