Bus from Cork to Waterford: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cork to Waterford on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ExpresswayBus
    Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
    Waterford Cork RoadCheapestFastest
    ExpresswayBus
      Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
      Waterford Cork RoadNo tags
      ExpresswayBus
        Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
        Waterford Cork RoadNo tags
        ExpresswayBus
          Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
          Waterford Cork RoadNo tags
          ExpresswayBus
            Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf
            Waterford Cork RoadNo tags

            Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 18:57 GMT.

            Get from Cork to Waterford

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 2 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            50bus per day
            2h 5mAverage duration
            63 milesDistance
            3kgCO₂ emissions

            Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cork to Waterford

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

            1. How much is the bus ticket from Cork to Waterford?

              The cheapest coach tickets from Cork to Waterford start from £17. The average price for this route is around £17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

            2. How long is the bus journey from Cork to Waterford?

              The average bus journey time from Cork to Waterford is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 63 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Expressway.

            3. Which bus companies service the Cork to Waterford route?

              Several major bus companies operate on this route with 50 buses available per day.

            4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cork to Waterford?

              The earliest bus departs from Cork to Waterford at 08:40. And the latest bus departs at 20:40.

            5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cork to Waterford?

              A bus journey from Cork to Waterford produces an estimated 3 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
            £15
            29/11
            £15
            Today
            £15
            01/12
            £15
            02/12
            £10
            03/12
            £10
            04/12
            £10
            05/12
            £10
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cork to Waterford was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £10

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

            You can expect to pay from £10 to £15 for a bus ticket from Cork to Waterford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-12-02.

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