Bus from Cork to Tralee
1 direct route · about 135 min · first bus 08:00, last bus 20:30 (weekdays).
Next buses to Tralee as of 05:54
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | Bus Éireann | ~135 min | 11 | Sat 11 · Sun 9 | 08:00 | 20:30 | Cork Bus Stn | Tralee Bus Station | Macroom & Killarney |
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 40 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Cork to Tralee?
The 40 (Bus Éireann) runs directly from Cork to Tralee. Board at Cork Bus Stn and get off at Tralee Bus Station; the journey takes about 135 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Cork to Tralee?
Around 135 minutes on the 40, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Macroom, Killarney on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Cork to Tralee?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 08:00 and the last around 20:30. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Cork to Tralee?
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.