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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cork to Tralee
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cork to Tralee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cork to Tralee will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 5 buses that leave Cork for Tralee on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 94 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 2 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cork to Tralee
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cork to Tralee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 58 miles (94 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cork to Tralee bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cork to Tralee buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:40 PM Cork | 2h05 | 7:45 PM Tralee Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:10 PM Cork | 2h05 | 9:15 PM Tralee Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:40 PM Cork | 2h05 | 10:45 PM Tralee Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
| 8:10 AM Cork | 2h05 | 10:15 AM Tralee Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:10 AM Cork | 2h05 | 12:15 PM Tralee Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:40 AM Cork | 2h05 | 1:45 PM Tralee Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:40 PM Cork | 2h05 | 2:45 PM Tralee Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:40 PM Cork | 2h05 | 3:45 PM Tralee Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cork to Tralee
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Buses from Cork to Tralee run on average 58 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 58 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 20:45. The fastest bus covers the 58 miles (94 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 58 miles (94 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 58 |
Direct buses 58 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 06:15 |
Last bus 20:45 |
Bus providers: European Sleeper, Bus Éireann from Cork to TraleeYou can travel by bus between Cork to Tralee with European Sleeper, Bus Éireann for as low as $12 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cork to Tralee
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cork to Tralee by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tralee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Cork, you have various bus station options to start your route from including Cork, Bus Station, Cork, Western Road (Castlewhite Apts) and Cork, Bishopstown Road (University Hospital - opposite). When arriving in Tralee, you can end your journey in bus stations like Tralee, Bus Station and Tralee, R875 (University Hospital Kerry).
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Cork, Bus Station, which is located around 0.3 miles (528 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Tralee, Bus Station, located 0.3 miles (490 m) away from the city centre.
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