The average bus between Cork and Foynes takes 4h 28m and the fastest bus takes 3h 1m. The bus service runs several times per day from Cork to Foynes. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Cork and Foynes. The earliest departure is at 7:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cork is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Foynes at 7:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Cork to Foynes? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Foynes. However, there are services departing from Cork station and arriving at Foynes station via Limerick Colbert Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Cork to Foynes bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Cork Bus Station.
Cork to Foynes bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Foynes station.
The distance between Cork and Foynes is 90.5 km. The road distance is 150 km.
You can take a bus from Cork Bus Station to Foynes via Limerick Colbert Station in around 3h 59m.