How far is Limerick from Cork?

About 54 miles (86 km) separate Limerick and Cork.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Limerick to Cork?

Most of the buses traveling from Limerick to Cork leave from Limerick Bus Station and arrive at Cork Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cork?

Once in Cork, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Lifetime Lab at Old Cork Waterworks Experience, The Glucksman Gallery, Lavit Gallery, UCC Visitor's Centre and Gougane Barra National Forest Park.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for Limerick to Cork on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Limerick Saint Nessans	5h 20m	2:00pm	Cork Sheares	Cheapest
Bus	7:25am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	9:15am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Fastest
Bus	8:35am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	10:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	9:35am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	11:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	10:35am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	12:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags

Next departures for Limerick to Cork on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:38pm	Limerick St Nessans	4h 17m	6:55pm	Cork Western	Cheapest
Bus	10:00am	Henry Street	1h 30m	11:30am	Cork Andersons Quay	Fastest
Bus	7:25am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	9:15am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Henry Street	1h 50m	11:50am	Cork Airport	No tags
Bus	8:35am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	10:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags

Next departures for Limerick to Cork on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	9:15am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Cheapest
Bus	10:00am	Henry Street	1h 30m	11:30am	Cork Andersons Quay	Fastest
Bus	7:25am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	9:15am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Henry Street	1h 50m	11:50am	Cork Airport	No tags
Bus	8:35am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	10:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags

Next departures for Limerick to Cork on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	9:15am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Cheapest
Bus	10:00am	Henry Street	1h 30m	11:30am	Cork Andersons Quay	Fastest
Bus	7:25am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	9:15am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Henry Street	1h 50m	11:50am	Cork Airport	No tags
Bus	8:35am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	10:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags

Next departures for Limerick to Cork on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	9:15am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Cheapest
Bus	10:00am	Henry Street	1h 30m	11:30am	Cork Andersons Quay	Fastest
Bus	7:25am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	9:15am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Henry Street	1h 50m	11:50am	Cork Airport	No tags
Bus	8:35am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	10:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags

Next departures for Limerick to Cork on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	9:15am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Cheapest
Bus	10:00am	Henry Street	1h 30m	11:30am	Cork Andersons Quay	Fastest
Bus	7:25am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	9:15am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Henry Street	1h 50m	11:50am	Cork Airport	No tags
Bus	8:35am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	10:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags

Next departures for Limerick to Cork on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	9:15am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Cheapest
Bus	10:00am	Henry Street	1h 30m	11:30am	Cork Andersons Quay	Fastest
Bus	7:25am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	9:15am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Henry Street	1h 50m	11:50am	Cork Airport	No tags
Bus	8:35am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	10:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags

Next departures for Limerick to Cork on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	9:15am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	Cheapest
Bus	10:00am	Henry Street	1h 30m	11:30am	Cork Andersons Quay	Fastest
Bus	7:25am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	9:15am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Henry Street	1h 50m	11:50am	Cork Airport	No tags
Bus	8:35am	Limerick Bus Station	1h 50m	10:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:58 PM GMT.

Get from Limerick to Cork

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

137bus per day

5h 5mAverage Duration

52 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Expressway

4/5440 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

Citylink

4.5/5675 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4.3

Based on 675 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the power outlets. Citylink ticket prices on this trip start at $27

Irish Citylink Limerick Cork recent customer reviews

Perfect, on time, and the driver (a Brazilian guy) was extremely well mannered and courteous. He also respected all the driving rules.

Guendalina P.

June 20, 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Limerick and Cork?

Stops in Limerick

A - Limerick Bus Station

Stops in Cork

A - Cork Airport

B - Cork Bus Station at Parnell Place

C - Ringaskiddy Ferry Terminal

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Limerick to Cork by bus

How far is Limerick from Cork?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Limerick to Cork?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cork?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/16

$24

11/17

$24

Today

$24

11/19

$24

11/20

$12

11/21

$12

11/22

$12

11/23

$12

The cheapest trip from Limerick to Cork was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Limerick to Cork, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $12 to $78 for a bus ticket from Limerick to Cork based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-11-21.