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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf | Mullingar Castlepollard | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf | Mullingar Austin Friar | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf | Mullingar Castlepollard | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf | Mullingar Castlepollard | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf | Mullingar Castlepollard | No tags |
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Get from Cork to Mullingar
The journey takes about 10 hours 18 minutes, and with fares starting at just €61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cork and Mullingar?
Stops in Cork
- A
Cork Airport
- B
Cork Bus Station at Parnell Place
Lower Oliver Plunkett St, Cork, Ireland - C
Ringaskiddy Ferry Terminal
Port of Cork, Loughbeg, Co. Cork, Ireland
Stops in Mullingar
- A
Mullingar Austin Friar Street Bus Stop
O'Connell Terrace, Mullingar - B
Mullingar Castle Street Bus Stop
1 Castle Street, Mullingar
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Based on 495 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at €61
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cork to Mullingar
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Cork to Mullingar?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cork to Mullingar start from €61. The average price for this route is around €61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cork to Mullingar?
The average bus journey time from Cork to Mullingar is 10h 18m, covering a distance of 197 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 56m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Cork to Mullingar route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cork to Mullingar?
The earliest bus departs from Cork to Mullingar at 07:25. And the latest bus departs at 16:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cork to Mullingar?
A bus journey from Cork to Mullingar produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cork to Mullingar was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of €41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cork to Mullingar as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €41 to €75 for a bus ticket from Cork to Mullingar based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €41, which is on 2026-01-25.