Bristol to Cork by bus
Cork lies 408 km (253 mi) west of Bristol, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 34 min including stops, over roughly 498 km (309 mi) of road.
| Bristol | Cork | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | Ireland |
| Population | 479,024 | 224,004 |
| Elevation | 21 m (69 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/Dublin) |
What changes when you arrive in Cork
Crossing from United Kingdom into Ireland: money changes from the Pound to the Euro (EUR); the dialling code becomes +353; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book buses from Bristol to Cork
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Staying in Cork
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Book a hotel in Cork
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Common questions
How far is Cork from Bristol?
408 km (253 mi) in a straight line, west of Bristol; by road roughly 498 km (309 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bristol to Cork by bus?
About 7 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bristol and Cork?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Cork?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.