What is the cheapest way to get from Donegal to Cork?

The cheapest way to get from Donegal to Cork is to bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 7h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Donegal to Cork?

The fastest way to get from Donegal to Cork is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Donegal and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Donegal to Cork. However, there are services departing from Donegal and arriving at Cork Anderson's Quay via Galway Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Donegal to Cork?

The distance between Donegal and Cork is 400 km. The road distance is 375.6 km.

How do I travel from Donegal to Cork without a car?

The best way to get from Donegal to Cork without a car is to bus via Galway which takes 7h 1m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Donegal to Cork?

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Donegal to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Donegal to Cork bus from?

Donegal to Cork bus services, operated by Bus Feda Teoranta, depart from Donegal station.

Where does the Donegal to Cork bus arrive?

Donegal to Cork bus services, operated by Bus Feda Teoranta, arrive at Eyre Square station.

Can I drive from Donegal to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Donegal to Cork is 376 km. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Donegal to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 290+ hotels available in Cork.

Donegal to Cork - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Donegal to Cork by bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Galway
best
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Eyre Squarebus 964
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 251
7h 1m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Donegal to ATU Galwaybus 64
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 251
7h 4m
€43–68
Drive 375.6 km
1. Drive from Donegal to Corkcar 375.6 km
4h 32m
€65–93
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Dublin Busárasbus 30
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain 208 / ...
7h 46m
€51–74
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 30
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 to Cork Alfred Streetbus 704x
8h
€46–63

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 400.3 km
Duration: 7h 1m

What companies run services between Donegal, Ulster, Ireland and Cork, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Donegal to Cork Anderson's Quay via Eyre Square and Galway Coach Station in around 7h 1m.

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