What is the cheapest way to get from Ashford Castle to Cork?

The cheapest way to get from Ashford Castle to Cork is to train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 7h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashford Castle to Cork?

The fastest way to get from Ashford Castle to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Ashford Castle and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashford Castle to Cork. However, there are services departing from Cong and arriving at Cork Andersn's Quay via Headford and Galway Coach Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Ashford Castle and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Ashford Castle to Cork. However, there are services departing from Claremorris and arriving at Cork via Portarlington and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Ashford Castle to Cork?

The distance between Ashford Castle and Cork is 238 km. The road distance is 229.9 km.

How do I travel from Ashford Castle to Cork without a car?

The best way to get from Ashford Castle to Cork without a car is to bus which takes 5h 47m and costs €40 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Ashford Castle to Cork?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Ashford Castle to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashford Castle to Cork bus from?

Ashford Castle to Cork bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Stn station.

Where do I catch the Ashford Castle to Cork train from?

Ashford Castle to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Claremorris station.

Train or bus from Ashford Castle to Cork?

The best way to get from Ashford Castle to Cork is to bus which takes 5h 47m and costs €40 - €70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Ashford Castle to Cork bus arrive?

Ashford Castle to Cork bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Cork Andersn's Quay station.

Where does the Ashford Castle to Cork train arrive?

Ashford Castle to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Ashford Castle to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford Castle to Cork is 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Ashford Castle to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 317+ hotels available in Cork.

Ashford Castle to Cork - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ashford Castle to Cork by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
5h 47m
€41–67
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Claremorris to Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain Ic / ...
7h 2m
€32–49
Drive 229.9 km
1. Drive from Ashford Castle to Corkcar 229.9 km
2h 55m
€41–58
Bus via An Cheathrú Rua
1. Take the bus from Cong to An Cheathrú Ruabus 431
2. Take the bus from An Cheathrú Rua to Galway Ceanntbus 424
3. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
6h 52m
€33–57

Ashford Castle to Cork by foot and bus

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Distance: 238.3 km
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Ashford Castle, Ireland and Cork, Ireland?

Citylink operates a bus from Galway Coach Stn to Cork Andersn's Quay every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 3h. Expressway (Bus Éireann) also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ashford Castle to Cork via Cong, Claremorris Stn, Claremorris, Portarlington, and Portlaoise in around 7h 2m.

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