What is the cheapest way to get from Cobh to Blackrock Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Cobh to Blackrock Castle is to car ferry and drive which costs €5 - €8 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cobh to Blackrock Castle?

The fastest way to get from Cobh to Blackrock Castle is to car ferry and drive which takes 23 min and costs €5 - €8.

Is there a direct bus between Cobh and Blackrock Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cobh to Blackrock Castle. However, there are services departing from Spy Hill and arriving at Lotamore House via MacCurtain Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cobh and Blackrock Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Cobh to Blackrock Castle. However, there are services departing from Cobh and arriving at Cork via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Cobh to Blackrock Castle?

The distance between Cobh and Blackrock Castle is 31 km.

How do I travel from Cobh to Blackrock Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Cobh to Blackrock Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €13 - €19.

How long does it take to get from Cobh to Blackrock Castle?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Cobh to Blackrock Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Blackrock Castle bus from?

Cobh to Blackrock Castle bus services, operated by Barrys Coaches, depart from Spy Hill station.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Blackrock Castle train from?

Cobh to Blackrock Castle train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cobh station.

Train or bus from Cobh to Blackrock Castle?

The best way to get from Cobh to Blackrock Castle is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €13 - €19. Alternatively, you can line 200 bus and line 214 bus, which costs and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Cobh to Blackrock Castle bus arrive?

Cobh to Blackrock Castle bus services, operated by Barrys Coaches, arrive at Cork Patrick's Quay station.

Where does the Cobh to Blackrock Castle train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Blackrock Castle?

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There are 3 ways to get from Cobh to Blackrock Castle by train, car ferry, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cobh to Corktrain Re / ...
2h 31m
€13–18
Car ferry, drive
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Passage West Carrigaloe to Glenbrookcarferry
2. Drive from Glenbrook to Blackrock Castlecar
23 min
€6–8
Line 200 bus, line 214 bus
1. Take the bus from Spy Hill to Cork Patrick's Quaybus 200
2. Take the bus from MacCurtain Street to Lotamore Housebus 214 / ...
2h 45m

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Distance: 31.2 km
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Cobh, Ireland and Blackrock Castle, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cobh to Cork every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €3–5 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Spy Hill to Blackrock Castle via Cork Patrick's Quay, MacCurtain Street, and Lotamore House in around 2h 45m.

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