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London to Cork by bus

The journey from London to Cork by bus is 359.82 mi and takes 18 hrs 52 mins. There are 14 connections per day, with the first departure at 10:00 and the last at 17:00. It is possible to travel from London to Cork by bus for as little as £19.96 or as much as £96.87. The best price for this journey is £19.96.

Lowest Price £19.96
Journey Duration 18 hrs 52 mins
Connection per Day 14
Lowest Price £19.96
Highest Price £96.87
First Departure 10:00
Last Departure 17:00
Distance 359.82 mi
Departure London
Arrival Cork
Carriers National Express, Eireann

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from London to Cork

The cheapest London - Cork bus tickets can be found for as low as £11.54 if you’re lucky, or £27.07 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £68.38.

Find the best day to travel to Cork by bus

When travelling to Cork by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board National Express from London to Cork
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London to Cork CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
40.54kg
Bus
43.43kg
Flight
115.82kg
Car
92.65kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from London to Cork?
A bus ticket from London to Cork is £48.62. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £19.96.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from London to Cork?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Cork is £19.96. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Cork by bus?
London to Cork is 359.82 mi.
How long does the bus between London and Cork take?
London to Cork is on average 18 hrs 52 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 16 hrs 55 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Cork?
The bus journey from London to Cork is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: National Express and Eireann.
How many bus connections per day go from London to Cork?
London to Cork has 14 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from London to Cork leave?
The earliest bus from London to Cork departs at 10:00. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from London to Cork depart?
The latest bus from London to Cork departs at 17:00. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Cork in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £19.96 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Cork?
There are on average 2 direct connection(s) from London to go to Cork.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Cork by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between London and Cork is 16 hrs 55 mins.
Is there a direct bus from London to Cork?
Yes, there is a direct bus between London and Cork.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Cork by bus?
The bus journey from London to Cork creates 43.43kg of CO2 emissions.

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