How much is the bus ticket from Cork to Shannon?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cork to Shannon start at R 496. The average price for this route is around R 520. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cork to Shannon?

The average bus journey time from Cork to Shannon is 2h 29m, covering a distance of 95 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 29m and is operated by Expressway .

Which bus companies service the Cork to Shannon route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cork to Shannon?

The earliest bus departs from Cork to Shannon at 07:25. And the latest bus departs at 18:25.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cork to Shannon?

A bus trip from Cork to Shannon produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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Next bus departures

Next departures from Cork to Shannon on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	09:54	Shannon Airport	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	10:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	09:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	11:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	10:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	12:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	11:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	13:54	Shannon Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Shannon on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	09:54	Shannon Airport	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	10:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	09:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	11:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	10:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	12:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	11:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	13:54	Shannon Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Shannon on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	09:54	Shannon Airport	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	10:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	09:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	11:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	10:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	12:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	11:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	13:54	Shannon Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Shannon on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	09:54	Shannon Airport	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	10:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	09:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	11:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	10:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	12:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	11:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	13:54	Shannon Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Shannon on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	14:54	Shannon Airport	Cheapest
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	09:54	Shannon Airport	Fastest
Bus	08:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	10:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	09:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	11:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	10:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	12:54	Shannon Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cork to Shannon on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	13:54	Shannon Airport	Cheapest
Bus	07:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	09:54	Shannon Airport	Fastest
Bus	08:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	10:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	09:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	11:54	Shannon Airport	No tags
Bus	10:25	Cork Parnell Place Bus Station, Clontarf	2h 29m	12:54	Shannon Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:56 AM GMT.

Get from Cork to Shannon

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 29 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 496, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

2h 29mAverage duration

95 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cork and Shannon?

Stops in Cork

A
Cork Airport
B
Cork Bus Station at Parnell Place
Lower Oliver Plunkett St, Cork, Ireland
C
Ringaskiddy Ferry Terminal
Port of Cork, Loughbeg, Co. Cork, Ireland

Stops in Shannon

A
Shannon Town - Opposite 64 Cronan Gardens Bus Stop
17 Tullyvarraga Cres, Shannon, Co. Clare, Ireland

Compare bus companies

Expressway

4/5495 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

Based on 495 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at R 496

Expressway Cork Shannon recent customer reviews

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7 January 2026

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cork to Shannon by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Cork to Shannon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cork to Shannon start at R 496. The average price for this route is around R 520. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cork to Shannon?
The average bus journey time from Cork to Shannon is 2h 29m, covering a distance of 95 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 29m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Cork to Shannon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cork to Shannon?
The earliest bus departs from Cork to Shannon at 07:25. And the latest bus departs at 18:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cork to Shannon?
A bus trip from Cork to Shannon produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

27/01

R 473

28/01

R 473

Today

R 477

30/01

R 478

31/01

R 475

01/02

R 476

02/02

R 475

03/02

R 197

The cheapest trip from Cork to Shannon was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 197

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cork to Shannon as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 197 to R 1 094 for a bus ticket from Cork to Shannon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 197, which is on 2026-02-03.