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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Cork is to bus via Ballina Humbrt which costs €30 - €55 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Cork is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Cork. However, there are services departing from Ballina Bus Sn and arriving at Cork Andersn's Quay via ATU Galway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Ballina and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Ballina to Cork. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Cork via Manulla Junction, Portarlington and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Ballina to Cork?

The distance between Ballina and Cork is 300 km. The road distance is 287.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Cork without a car is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Ballina to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Cork bus from?

Ballina to Cork bus services, operated by Barrett Travel, depart from Ballina Bus Sn station.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Cork train from?

Ballina to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Manulla Junction station.

Train or bus from Ballina to Cork?

The best way to get from Ballina to Cork is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Ballina to Cork bus arrive?

Ballina to Cork bus services, operated by Barrett Travel, arrive at ATU Galway station.

Where does the Ballina to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballina to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Cork is 287 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Ballina to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 335+ hotels available in Cork.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Sn to ATU Galwaybus Ng11
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
5h 16m
Bus via Ballina Humbrt
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to ATU Galwaybus 430
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
5h 51m
€33–55
Train
1. Take the train from Manulla Junction to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain Ic / ...
6h 50m
€37–55
Drive 287.2 km
1. Drive from Ballina to Corkcar 287.2 km
3h 27m
€49–70
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Stn to Charlestownbus
2. Fly from Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane NOC - ORK
7h 33m
€91–326

Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) to Cork Airport (ORK) flights

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5h 39mAverage Duration

€62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 300.3 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Ballina, IE-MO, Ireland and Cork, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Ballina Bus Sn to Cork Andersn's Quay via ATU Galway in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ballina to Cork via Manulla Junction, Portarlington, and Portlaoise in around 6h 50m.

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