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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Balbriggan is to bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Balbriggan is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred St and arriving at Balbriggan via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Dublin Heuston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Cork to Balbriggan?

The distance between Cork and Balbriggan is 302 km. The road distance is 282.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Balbriggan without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Cork to Balbriggan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Balbriggan bus from?

Cork to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Cork Alfred St station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Balbriggan train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cork to Balbriggan?

The best way to get from Cork to Balbriggan is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 22m, you could also fly, which costs €75 - €280 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Cork to Balbriggan bus arrive?

Cork to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Where does the Cork to Balbriggan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Balbriggan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Balbriggan is 282 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Cork to Balbriggan.

Where can I stay near Balbriggan?

There are 158+ hotels available in Balbriggan.

Cork to Balbriggan - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cork to Balbriggan by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
4h 16m
€37–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Terminal 1 Zone 2bus 704x
4h 22m
€33–44
Drive 282.5 km
1. Drive from Cork to Balbriggancar 282.5 km
2h 53m
€50–72
Fly from Cork Airport
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
5h 11m
€78–271
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Airport Zone 10bus 707
4h 22m
€36–48
Bus to Kerry Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Kerry Airportbus
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
4h 42m
€54–105

Cork to Balbriggan by train and bus

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4h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 302.1 km
Duration: 4h 16m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, Aircoach operates a bus from Cork Alfred St to Terminal 1 Zone 2 hourly. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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