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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Ballygar is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Ballygar is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Ballygar?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Ballygar. However, there are services departing from Cork Andersn's Quay and arriving at Ballygar via Galway Cathdrl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Ballygar?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Ballygar. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Roscommon via Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Cork to Ballygar?

The distance between Cork and Ballygar is 307 km. The road distance is 233 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Ballygar without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs €50 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Cork to Ballygar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Ballygar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Ballygar train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Ballygar?

The best way to get from Cork to Ballygar is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs €50 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus via Galway, which costs and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Cork to Ballygar bus arrive?

Cork to Ballygar bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Ceannt station.

Where does the Cork to Ballygar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Ballygar?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Ballygar is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Cork to Ballygar.

Where can I stay near Ballygar?

There are 43+ hotels available in Ballygar.

Cork to Ballygar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cork to Ballygar by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Roscommontrain 804 / ...
4h 52m
€52–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceanntbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Ballygarbus 425 / ...
5h 34m
€34–54
Bus via Galway
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceanntbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Cathdrl to Ballygarbus 433
5h 24m
Drive 233 km
1. Drive from Cork to Ballygarcar 233 km
2h 45m
€41–60

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Distance: 307.1 km
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Cork to Ballygar via Portlaoise, Portarlington, and Roscommon in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Ballygar via Galway Ceannt and Galway Cathdrl in around 5h 24m.

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