How much is the bus ticket from Cork to Clonmel?

The cheapest coach tickets from Cork to Clonmel start from £30. The average price for this route is around £40. 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 Clonmel?

The average bus journey time from Cork to Clonmel is 4h 24m, covering a distance of 45 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cork to Clonmel?

The earliest bus departs from Cork to Clonmel at 07:25. And the latest bus departs at 18:25.

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

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

Bus from Cork to Clonmel from £18 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cork to Clonmel on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 20m	21:45	Clonmel Queen	Cheapest
Bus	12:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 18m	15:43	Clonmel Western	Fastest
Bus	11:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	4h 20m	15:45	Clonmel Queen	No tags
Bus	11:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	4h 20m	15:45	Clonmel Queen	No tags
Bus	12:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 20m	15:45	Clonmel Queen	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Clonmel on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 20m	21:45	Clonmel Queen	Cheapest
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 18m	10:43	Clonmel Western	Fastest
Bus	08:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	13:43	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	08:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	13:43	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	10:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	15:43	Clonmel Western	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Clonmel on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	4h 1m	13:41	Clonmel Queen	Cheapest
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 18m	10:43	Clonmel Western	Fastest
Bus	08:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	13:43	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	08:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	13:43	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	10:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	15:43	Clonmel Western	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Clonmel on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	4h 1m	13:41	Clonmel Queen	Cheapest
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 18m	10:43	Clonmel Western	Fastest
Bus	08:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	13:43	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	08:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	13:43	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	10:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	15:43	Clonmel Western	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Clonmel on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	4h 1m	13:41	Clonmel Queen	Cheapest
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 18m	10:43	Clonmel Western	Fastest
Bus	08:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	13:43	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	08:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	13:43	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	10:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	15:43	Clonmel Western	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Clonmel on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	4h 1m	13:41	Clonmel Queen	Cheapest
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 18m	10:43	Clonmel Western	Fastest
Bus	08:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	13:43	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	08:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	13:43	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	10:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	15:43	Clonmel Western	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Clonmel on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	4h 1m	13:41	Clonmel Queen	Cheapest
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	3h 18m	10:43	Clonmel Western	Fastest
Bus	08:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	13:43	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	08:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	13:43	Clonmel Western	No tags
Bus	10:10	Cork Western	5h 33m	15:43	Clonmel Western	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 08:21 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 £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

126bus per day

4h 24mAverage duration

45 milesDistance

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

4/5445 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3

Based on 445 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 £30

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cork to Clonmel

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 Clonmel?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cork to Clonmel start from £30. The average price for this route is around £40. 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 Clonmel?
The average bus journey time from Cork to Clonmel is 4h 24m, covering a distance of 45 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cork to Clonmel?
The earliest bus departs from Cork to Clonmel at 07:25. And the latest bus departs at 18:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cork to Clonmel?
A bus journey from Cork to Clonmel produces an estimated 2 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.

Best price found

28/11

£21

29/11

£19

Today

£19

01/12

£19

02/12

£19

03/12

£19

04/12

£18

05/12

£18

The cheapest trip from Cork to Clonmel was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £18

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 £18 to £57 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 £18, which is on 2025-12-04.