How much is the bus ticket from Cork to Clonmel?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cork to Clonmel start from $55. The average price for this route is around $74. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Cork to Clonmel?

The average bus travel time from Cork to Clonmel is 4h 24m, covering a distance of 73 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 18m and is operated by Expressway .

Which bus companies service the Cork to Clonmel route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 126 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cork to Clonmel?

The earliest bus departs from Cork to Clonmel at 7:25am. And the latest bus departs at 6:25pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cork to Clonmel?

A bus trip from Cork to Clonmel generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Cork to Clonmel starting at $32 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cork to Clonmel on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:40am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	4h 1m	1:41pm	Clonmel Queen	Cheapest
Bus	7:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 18m	10:43am	Clonmel Western	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Cork Western	5h 33m	1:43pm	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Cork Western	5h 33m	1:43pm	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	10:10am	Cork Western	5h 33m	3:43pm	Clonmel Western	No tags

Next departures for Cork to Clonmel on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 20m	9:45pm	Clonmel Queen	Cheapest
Bus	7:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 18m	10:43am	Clonmel Western	Fastest
Bus	7:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 20m	10:45am	Clonmel Queen	No tags
Bus	7:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 20m	10:45am	Clonmel Queen	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	4h 20m	12:45pm	Clonmel Queen	No tags

Next departures for Cork to Clonmel on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25pm	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 20m	9:45pm	Clonmel Queen	Cheapest
Bus	7:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 18m	10:43am	Clonmel Western	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Cork Western	5h 33m	1:43pm	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Cork Western	5h 33m	1:43pm	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	10:10am	Cork Western	5h 33m	3:43pm	Clonmel Western	No tags

Next departures for Cork to Clonmel on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:40am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	4h 1m	1:41pm	Clonmel Queen	Cheapest
Bus	7:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 18m	10:43am	Clonmel Western	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Cork Western	5h 33m	1:43pm	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Cork Western	5h 33m	1:43pm	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	10:10am	Cork Western	5h 33m	3:43pm	Clonmel Western	No tags

Next departures for Cork to Clonmel on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:40am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	4h 1m	1:41pm	Clonmel Queen	Cheapest
Bus	7:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 18m	10:43am	Clonmel Western	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Cork Western	5h 33m	1:43pm	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Cork Western	5h 33m	1:43pm	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	10:10am	Cork Western	5h 33m	3:43pm	Clonmel Western	No tags

Next departures for Cork to Clonmel on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:40am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	4h 1m	1:41pm	Clonmel Queen	Cheapest
Bus	7:25am	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 18m	10:43am	Clonmel Western	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Cork Western	5h 33m	1:43pm	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Cork Western	5h 33m	1:43pm	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	10:10am	Cork Western	5h 33m	3:43pm	Clonmel Western	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:32 AM GMT.

Get from Cork to Clonmel

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 24 minutes, and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

126bus per day

4h 24mAverage Duration

73 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cork and Clonmel?

Stops in Cork

A
Cork Airport
Visit page
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 Clonmel

A
Clonmel Rail Station
2, Ormonde Mews, Prior Park, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary, Ireland
Visit page

Compare bus companies

Expressway

4/5444 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.1

Based on 444 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 WiFi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at $55

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cork to Clonmel by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Cork to Clonmel?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cork to Clonmel start from $55. The average price for this route is around $74. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cork to Clonmel?
The average bus travel time from Cork to Clonmel is 4h 24m, covering a distance of 73 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 18m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Cork to Clonmel route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 126 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cork to Clonmel?
The earliest bus departs from Cork to Clonmel at 7:25am. And the latest bus departs at 6:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cork to Clonmel?
A bus trip from Cork to Clonmel generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option 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.

Best price found

11-26

$34

11-27

$34

Today

$39

11-29

$34

11-30

$34

12-01

$34

12-02

$32

12-03

$32

The cheapest trip from Cork to Clonmel was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $32

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

You can expect to pay from $32 to $104 for a bus ticket from Cork to Clonmel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-12-02.