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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymahon to Cork is to bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymahon to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Ballymahon and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymahon to Cork. However, there are services departing from Ballymahon and arriving at Cork Andersn's Quay via TUS North Gate and Henry Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Ballymahon and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymahon to Cork. However, there are services departing from Athlone and arriving at Cork via Portarlington and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Ballymahon to Cork?

The distance between Ballymahon and Cork is 282 km. The road distance is 224 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymahon to Cork without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Ballymahon to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymahon to Cork bus from?

Ballymahon to Cork bus services, operated by Westlink Coaches, depart from TUS North Gate station.

Where do I catch the Ballymahon to Cork train from?

Ballymahon to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athlone station.

Train or bus from Ballymahon to Cork?

The best way to get from Ballymahon to Cork is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Ballymahon to Cork bus arrive?

Ballymahon to Cork bus services, operated by Westlink Coaches, arrive at O'Connell Street station.

Where does the Ballymahon to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballymahon to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymahon to Cork is 224 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Ballymahon to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 327+ hotels available in Cork.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Athlone to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain Ic / ...
4h 40m
€36–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from TUS North Gate to O'Connell Streetbus Ul06
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
6h 20m
€31–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballymahon to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 73
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain Ic / ...
5h 29m
€36–51
Drive 224 km
1. Drive from Ballymahon to Corkcar 224 km
2h 46m
€38–55
Bus via Athlone Stn
1. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 72
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cork Bus Stnbus 51
6h 30m
€49–69

Ballymahon to Cork by bus and train

43Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 282.1 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Ballymahon, Ireland and Cork, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Ballymahon to Cork via Athlone Stn, Athlone, Portarlington, and Portlaoise in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballymahon to Cork Andersn's Quay via TUS North Gate, O'Connell Street, and Henry Street in around 6h 20m.

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