How far is Donegal from Cork by coach?

The journey from Cork to Donegal by coach covers an approximate distance of 191 miles (308 km).

Is there a way to reach Donegal from Cork without a car?

You can reach Donegal from Cork by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus from Cork to Donegal from £27 | Compare & Save up to 56%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cork to Donegal on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:40	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	11h 41m	01:21	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	8h 42m	16:07	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	10h 52m	18:17	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	10h 52m	18:17	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	8h 42m	16:07	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	12h 30m	19:55	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	12h 30m	19:55	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	08:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	11h 47m	20:12	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:05 GMT.

Get from Cork to Donegal

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 8 minutes, and with fares starting at just £49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

11h 8mAverage duration

191 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

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Expressway

4/5437 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.1

Based on 437 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 £49

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Where are the popular stops in Cork and Donegal?

Stops in Cork

A - Cork Airport

B - Cork Bus Station at Parnell Place

C - Ringaskiddy Ferry Terminal

Stops in Donegal

A - Abbey Hotel Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cork to Donegal

How far is Donegal from Cork by coach?
The journey from Cork to Donegal by coach covers an approximate distance of 191 miles (308 km).
Is there a way to reach Donegal from Cork without a car?
You can reach Donegal from Cork by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/11

£27

11/11

No data

Today

£27

13/11

£31

14/11

£27

15/11

£31

16/11

No data

17/11

£27

The cheapest trip from Cork to Donegal was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of £27

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

You can expect to pay from £27 to £61 for a bus ticket from Cork to Donegal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £27, which is on 2025-11-14.