Bus from Killarney to Cork
1 direct route · about 95 min · first bus 06:55, last bus 18:30 (weekdays).
Next buses to Cork as of 01:03
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Killarney, 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 | ~95 min | 11 | Sat 11 · Sun 9 | 06:55 | 18:30 | Killarney Bus Stn | Cork Bus Stn | Macroom |
Times are for the first boarding point in Killarney 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 Killarney to Cork?
The 40 (Bus Éireann) runs directly from Killarney to Cork. Board at Killarney Bus Stn and get off at Cork Bus Stn; the journey takes about 95 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Killarney to Cork?
Around 95 minutes on the 40, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Macroom on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Killarney to Cork?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 06:55 and the last around 18:30. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Killarney to Cork?
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.