Bus from Cork to Kilkenny
1 direct route · about 160 min · first bus 05:05, last bus 19:05 (weekdays).
Next buses to Kilkenny as of 08:58
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Cork, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600 | Dublin Coach | ~160 min | 8 | Sat 8 · Sun 8 | 05:05 | 19:05 | Cork Andersn's Quay | Kilkenny Stn | Dungarvan & Waterford |
Times are for the first boarding point in Cork on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 600 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Cork to Kilkenny?
The 600 (Dublin Coach) runs directly from Cork to Kilkenny. Board at Cork Andersn's Quay and get off at Kilkenny Stn; the journey takes about 160 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Cork to Kilkenny?
Around 160 minutes on the 600, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Dungarvan, Waterford on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Cork to Kilkenny?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 05:05 and the last around 19:05. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Cork to Kilkenny?
Fares follow the National Transport Authority's fare structure — a TFI Leap Card is significantly cheaper than cash, with daily and weekly caps on most services.