What is the cheapest way to get from Blarney Castle to Cong?

The cheapest way to get from Blarney Castle to Cong is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blarney Castle to Cong?

The fastest way to get from Blarney Castle to Cong is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Blarney Castle and Cong?

No, there is no direct bus from Blarney Castle to Cong. However, there are services departing from Blarney and arriving at Cong via Cork Andersn's Quay, Galway Ceannt and Headford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Blarney Castle and Cong?

No, there is no direct train from Blarney Castle to Cong. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Claremorris via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

How far is it from Blarney Castle to Cong?

The distance between Blarney Castle and Cong is 249 km. The road distance is 223.4 km.

How do I travel from Blarney Castle to Cong without a car?

The best way to get from Blarney Castle to Cong without a car is to bus which takes 7h 13m and costs €50 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Blarney Castle to Cong?

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Blarney Castle to Cong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blarney Castle to Cong bus from?

Blarney Castle to Cong bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Andersn's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Blarney Castle to Cong train from?

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

Train or bus from Blarney Castle to Cong?

The best way to get from Blarney Castle to Cong is to bus which takes 7h 13m and costs €50 - €85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €95 and takes 8h 52m.

Where does the Blarney Castle to Cong bus arrive?

Blarney Castle to Cong bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Ceannt station.

Where does the Blarney Castle to Cong train arrive?

Blarney Castle to Cong train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Blarney Castle to Cong?

Yes, the driving distance between Blarney Castle to Cong is 223 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Blarney Castle to Cong.

Where can I stay near Cong?

There are 133+ hotels available in Cong.

Blarney Castle to Cong - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Blarney Castle to Cong by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceanntbus 251
7h 13m
€52–81
Drive 223.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Blarney Castle to Congcar 223.4 km
2h 49m
€38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Claremorristrain 804 / ...
8h 52m
€62–91
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Henry Streetbus 251
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Galway Ceanntbus 251
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to An Cheathrú Ruabus 424
4. Take the bus from An Cheathrú Rua to Congbus 431
9h 34m
€51–71

Blarney Castle to Cong by foot and bus

21Weekly Services

7h 13mAverage Duration

€52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248.9 km
Duration: 7h 13m

What companies run services between Blarney Castle, Ireland and Cong, IE-MO, Ireland?

Citylink operates a bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceannt every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Expressway (Bus Éireann) also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Blarney Castle to Cong via Blarney, St Patrick's Street, Summerhill N, Cork, Dublin Heuston, Claremorris, and Claremorris Stn in around 8h 52m.

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