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

The cheapest way to get from Blueball to Cork is to bus and train which costs €24 - €35 and takes 4h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blueball to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Blueball and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Blueball to Cork. However, there are services departing from Blueball and arriving at Cork Bus Stn via Birr and Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Blueball and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Blueball to Cork. However, there are services departing from Tullamore and arriving at Cork via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Blueball to Cork?

The distance between Blueball and Cork is 234 km. The road distance is 182.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Blueball to Cork without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Blueball to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blueball to Cork bus from?

Blueball to Cork bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Birr station.

Where do I catch the Blueball to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Blueball to Cork?

The best way to get from Blueball to Cork is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Blueball to Cork bus arrive?

Blueball to Cork bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Blueball to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blueball to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Blueball to Cork is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Blueball to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 310+ hotels available in Cork.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portarlington to Corktrain Ic / ...
4h 19m
€26–37
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birr to Thurles Stationbus 850
2. Take the train from Thurles to Corktrain Ic / ...
4h 54m
€24–34
Drive 182.7 km
1. Drive from Blueball to Corkcar 182.7 km
2h 19m
€33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birr to Limerick Colbertbus 72 / ...
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cork Bus Stnbus 51
5h 38m
€39–55
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Birr to William Streetbus 323X
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
5h 42m
€36–50

Blueball to Cork by bus and train

14Weekly Services

4h 19mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 234.3 km
Duration: 4h 19m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portarlington to Cork twice daily. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blueball to Cork Bus Stn via Birr and Limerick Colbert in around 5h 38m.

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