Bus from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cork

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Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from Dublin Airport to Cork from various bus operators like Expressway, Aircoach or Irish Citylink for the next days.
today
from £17
tomorrow
from £16
Friday
from £15
Saturday
from £16
Sunday
from £16
Monday
from £14
Tuesday
from £16

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Aircoach
    3h 35m
    0
    06:25
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Terminal 2 (Zone 20)
    10:00
    Cork
    St Patrick's Quay
    0
    Aircoach
    Economy
    £17
  • Aircoach
    3h 35m
    0
    07:25
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Terminal 2 (Zone 20)
    11:00
    Cork
    St Patrick's Quay
    0
    Aircoach
    Economy
    £17
  • Expressway
    7h 25m
    0
    10:50
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Terminal 2
    18:15
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £18
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 30m
    0
    06:00
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Zone 11
    09:30
    Cork
    Cork Lower Glanmire Rd Bus Stop
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £18
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 30m
    0
    08:00
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Zone 11
    11:30
    Cork
    Cork Lower Glanmire Rd Bus Stop
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dublin Airport to Cork via Dublin, you can save more than £3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 18%
      3h 0m
      Dublin Airport
      9 km
      07:00
      Dublin
      Aston Quay
      10:00
      Cork
      St Patrick's Quay
      0 km
      Economy
      £14
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dublin Airport to Cork via Dublin, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Aircoach
      3h 48m
      0
      07:12
      Dublin Airport
      Dublin Airport - Terminal 2 (Zone 20)
      07:41
      Dublin
      Drumcondra Road Lower
      0
      Aircoach
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 19m
    • Busbud
      3h 0m
      0
      08:00
      Dublin
      Aston Quay
      11:00
      Cork
      St Patrick's Quay
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £10
    Travel time is 0h 18m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Aircoach
    3h 35m
    0
    06:25
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    10:00
    Cork
    St Patrick's Quay
    0
    Aircoach
    Economy
    £16
  • Aircoach
    3h 35m
    0
    07:25
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    11:00
    Cork
    St Patrick's Quay
    0
    Aircoach
    Economy
    £16
  • Expressway
    6h 10m
    0
    13:05
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    19:15
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £17
  • Expressway
    7h 10m
    0
    13:05
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    20:15
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £17
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 0m
    0
    01:00
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Zone 11
    04:00
    Cork
    Cork Lower Glanmire Rd Bus Stop
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dublin Airport to Cork via Dublin, you can save more than £2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 12%
      3h 0m
      Dublin Airport
      9 km
      07:00
      Dublin
      Aston Quay
      10:00
      Cork
      St Patrick's Quay
      0 km
      Economy
      £14

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Aircoach
    3h 35m
    0
    07:25
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Terminal 2 (Zone 20)
    11:00
    Cork
    St Patrick's Quay
    0
    Aircoach
    Economy
    £15
  • Aircoach
    3h 30m
    0
    07:30
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    11:00
    Cork
    St Patrick's Quay
    0
    Aircoach
    Economy
    £15
  • Expressway
    6h 15m
    0
    09:00
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    15:15
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £17
  • Expressway
    7h 15m
    0
    09:00
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    16:15
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £17
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 0m
    0
    01:00
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Zone 11
    04:00
    Cork
    Cork Lower Glanmire Rd Bus Stop
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dublin Airport to Cork via Dublin, you can save more than £2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Aircoach
      Save more than 13%
      3h 0m
      Dublin Airport
      9 km
      08:00
      Dublin
      Aston Quay
      11:00
      Cork
      St Patrick's Quay
      0 km
      Aircoach
      Economy
      £13

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Aircoach
    3h 35m
    0
    07:25
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Terminal 2 (Zone 20)
    11:00
    Cork
    St Patrick's Quay
    0
    Aircoach
    Economy
    £16
  • Aircoach
    3h 35m
    0
    07:25
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    11:00
    Cork
    St Patrick's Quay
    0
    Aircoach
    Economy
    £16
  • Expressway
    7h 25m
    0
    10:50
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    18:15
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £17
  • Expressway
    8h 25m
    0
    10:50
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    19:15
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £17
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 0m
    0
    01:00
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Zone 11
    04:00
    Cork
    Cork Lower Glanmire Rd Bus Stop
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dublin Airport to Cork via Dublin, you can save more than £3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Aircoach
      Save more than 19%
      3h 0m
      Dublin Airport
      9 km
      08:00
      Dublin
      Aston Quay
      11:00
      Cork
      St Patrick's Quay
      0 km
      Aircoach
      Economy
      £13

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Aircoach
    3h 35m
    0
    07:25
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Terminal 2 (Zone 20)
    11:00
    Cork
    St Patrick's Quay
    0
    Aircoach
    Economy
    £16
  • Aircoach
    3h 35m
    0
    07:25
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    11:00
    Cork
    St Patrick's Quay
    0
    Aircoach
    Economy
    £16
  • Expressway
    7h 10m
    0
    13:05
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    20:15
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £17
  • Expressway
    6h 10m
    0
    13:05
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    19:15
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £17
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 0m
    0
    01:00
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Zone 11
    04:00
    Cork
    Cork Lower Glanmire Rd Bus Stop
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dublin Airport to Cork via Dublin, you can save more than £3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 19%
      3h 0m
      Dublin Airport
      9 km
      08:00
      Dublin
      Aston Quay
      11:00
      Cork
      St Patrick's Quay
      0 km
      Economy
      £13

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Aircoach
    3h 35m
    0
    07:25
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Terminal 2 (Zone 20)
    11:00
    Cork
    St Patrick's Quay
    0
    Aircoach
    Economy
    £14
  • Aircoach
    3h 30m
    0
    07:30
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    11:00
    Cork
    St Patrick's Quay
    0
    Aircoach
    Economy
    £14
  • Expressway
    6h 15m
    0
    09:00
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    15:15
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £17
  • Expressway
    7h 15m
    0
    09:00
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    16:15
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £17
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 0m
    0
    01:00
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Zone 11
    04:00
    Cork
    Cork Lower Glanmire Rd Bus Stop
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dublin Airport to Cork via Dublin, you can save more than £1? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Aircoach
      Save more than 7%
      3h 0m
      Dublin Airport
      9 km
      07:00
      Dublin
      Aston Quay
      10:00
      Cork
      St Patrick's Quay
      0 km
      Aircoach
      Economy
      £13

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Aircoach
    3h 35m
    0
    07:25
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Terminal 2 (Zone 20)
    11:00
    Cork
    St Patrick's Quay
    0
    Aircoach
    Economy
    £16
  • Aircoach
    3h 35m
    0
    22:25
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Terminal 2 (Zone 20)
    02:00
    Cork
    St Patrick's Quay
    0
    Aircoach
    Economy
    £16
  • Expressway
    8h 15m
    0
    09:00
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    17:15
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £17
  • Expressway
    7h 15m
    0
    09:00
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport
    16:15
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    0
    Expressway
    Economy
    £17
  • Irish Citylink
    3h 0m
    0
    01:00
    Dublin Airport
    Dublin Airport - Terminal 1
    04:00
    Cork
    Parnell Place Bus Station
    0
    Irish Citylink
    Economy
    £19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dublin Airport to Cork via Dublin, you can save more than £3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 19%
      3h 0m
      Dublin Airport
      9 km
      22:00
      Dublin
      Aston Quay
      01:00
      Cork
      St Patrick's Quay
      0 km
      Economy
      £13

Frequency of bus connections between Dublin Airport and Cork

See here how frequent the connections between Dublin Airport and Cork are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 202 daily coaches from Dublin Airport to Cork. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 168 daily coaches between Dublin Airport and Cork.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 538 coaches from Dublin Airport to Cork, while Night sees the fewest connections between Dublin Airport and Cork, with only 41 offers.

Facts about coaches from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cork

Compare all providers like Expressway, Aircoach and Irish Citylink that travel 189 times every day by bus from Dublin Airport to Cork in one click! Book your bus ticket from Dublin Airport to Cork starting from £14!

Cheapest Bus £14
Fastest Bus 3h 0m
Earliest Coach 06:00
Latest Coach 23:30
Daily Bus Connections 189 Ø
Distance 227.3 km
Coach Companies Expressway, Aircoach and Irish Citylink

Cheapest coach connections from Dublin Airport to Cork

Every day, 189 buses from 3 coach companies leave Dublin Airport for Cork: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 24/04/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 21/04
Tuesday 22/04
Wednesday 23/04
£17
Thursday 24/04
£16
Friday 25/04
£16
Saturday 26/04
£17
Sunday 27/04
£16
Monday 28/04
£17
Tuesday 29/04
£16
Wednesday 30/04
£16
Thursday 01/05
£17
Friday 02/05
£15
Saturday 03/05
£17
Sunday 04/05
£16
Monday 05/05
£15
Tuesday 06/05
£17
Wednesday 07/05
£16
Thursday 08/05
£15
Friday 09/05
£15
Saturday 10/05
£15
Sunday 11/05
£15
Monday 12/05
£15
Tuesday 13/05
£17
Wednesday 14/05
£16
Thursday 15/05
£17
Friday 16/05
£19
Saturday 17/05
£14
Sunday 18/05

The cheapest time to travel from Dublin Airport to Cork

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Dublin Airport to Cork, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £14, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Dublin Airport to Cork. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £17.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Dublin Airport to Cork, with £14. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £17.

How to save money travelling from Dublin Airport to Cork

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Dublin Airport to Cork in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Dublin Airport to Cork, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Dublin Airport to Cork are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Dublin Airport to Cork

These are the most booked bus companies between Dublin Airport to Cork from our users.

Expressway from Dublin Airport to Cork

Expressway

Here you will find the key facts about the Expressway bus route Dublin Airport to Cork:

Cheapest Price £17
Fastest Coach 5h 45m
Earliest Coach 06:00
Last Coach 17:30
Daily Connections 82 Ø
Found on 23/04/2025

Irish Citylink from Dublin Airport to Cork

Irish Citylink

Here you will find the key facts about the Irish Citylink bus route Dublin Airport to Cork:

Cheapest Price £18
Fastest Coach 3h 0m
Earliest Coach 06:00
Last Coach 23:00
Daily Connections 39 Ø
Found on 23/04/2025

Aircoach from Dublin Airport to Cork

Aircoach

Here you will find the key facts about the Aircoach bus route Dublin Airport to Cork:

Cheapest Price £14
Fastest Coach 3h 30m
Earliest Coach 06:25
Last Coach 23:30
Daily Connections 67 Ø
Found on 23/04/2025

All bus stations and stops in Dublin Airport and Cork

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Dublin Airport and Cork.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Dublin Airport to Cork

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Dublin Airport to Cork? Or which bus companies serve the route Dublin Airport to Cork? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Dublin Airport to Cork bus

How much does a Dublin Airport - Cork coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the Dublin Airport - Cork route is available from £14 and takes 3h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Dublin Airport to Cork?

The connection Dublin Airport to Cork is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £14 to £49. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Dublin Airport - Cork route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Dublin Airport to Cork is offered by roughly 189 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Cork from Dublin Airport take?

The quickest transfer from Dublin Airport to Cork is provided by Irish Citylink and takes 3h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £19. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Dublin Airport to Cork?

The earliest bus to Cork departs from Dublin Airport at 06:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Dublin Airport to Cork?

The latest bus to Cork departs from Dublin Airport at 23:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Dublin Airport - Cork route?

Passengers looking to travel from Dublin Airport to Cork can travel with Expressway, Aircoach and Irish Citylink. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin Airport and Cork?

You can check all the direct connections between Dublin Airport and Cork by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct transfer: Expressway, Aircoach and Irish Citylink.

What can I take with me on the bus to Cork from Dublin Airport?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Dublin Airport Cork bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Dublin Airport Cork bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the transfer from Dublin Airport to Cork on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Dublin Airport to Cork

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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