What is the cheapest way to get from Cobh to Cong?

The cheapest way to get from Cobh to Cong is to train which costs €35 - €55 and takes 8h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cobh to Cong?

The fastest way to get from Cobh to Cong is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cobh and Cong?

No, there is no direct bus from Cobh to Cong. However, there are services departing from Spy Hill and arriving at Cong via Cork Andersn's Quay, Galway Ceannt and Headford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Cobh and Cong?

No, there is no direct train from Cobh to Cong. However, there are services departing from Cobh and arriving at Claremorris via Cork, Portlaoise, Portarlington and Athlone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

How far is it from Cobh to Cong?

The distance between Cobh and Cong is 261 km. The road distance is 248.1 km.

How do I travel from Cobh to Cong without a car?

The best way to get from Cobh to Cong without a car is to bus which takes 7h 9m and costs €40 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Cobh to Cong?

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Cobh to Cong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Cong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cobh to Cong train from?

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

Train or bus from Cobh to Cong?

The best way to get from Cobh to Cong is to bus which takes 7h 9m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Cobh to Cong bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cobh to Cong train arrive?

Cobh to Cong train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portlaoise station.

Can I drive from Cobh to Cong?

Yes, the driving distance between Cobh to Cong is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Cobh to Cong.

Where can I stay near Cong?

There are 131+ hotels available in Cong.

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There are 4 ways to get from Cobh 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 9m
€42–64
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Athlone to Claremorristrain Re / ...
8h 14m
€36–55
Drive 248.1 km
1. Drive from Cobh to Congcar 248.1 km
3h 7m
€43–62
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 29m
€40–57

Cobh to Cong by bus

21Weekly Buses

7h 9mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 260.7 km
Duration: 7h 9m

What companies run services between Cobh, 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 train from Cobh to Cong via Cork, Portlaoise, Portarlington, Athlone, Claremorris, and Claremorris Stn in around 8h 14m.

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