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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Ballymahon is to train and bus which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Ballymahon is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Ballymahon?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Ballymahon. However, there are services departing from Cork Bus Stn and arriving at Ballymahon via Limerick Colbert and Athlone Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Ballymahon?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Ballymahon. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Athlone via Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Cork to Ballymahon?

The distance between Cork and Ballymahon is 282 km. The road distance is 223.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Ballymahon without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Cork to Ballymahon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Ballymahon bus from?

Cork to Ballymahon bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Cork Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Ballymahon train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Ballymahon?

The best way to get from Cork to Ballymahon is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Cork to Ballymahon bus arrive?

Cork to Ballymahon bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Cork to Ballymahon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Ballymahon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Ballymahon is 223 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Cork to Ballymahon.

Where can I stay near Ballymahon?

There are 88+ hotels available in Ballymahon.

Cork to Ballymahon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cork to Ballymahon 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 Athlonetrain Ic / ...
4h 55m
€35–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Ballymahonbus 73
5h 32m
€36–51
Drive 223.2 km
1. Drive from Cork to Ballymahoncar 223.2 km
2h 45m
€38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Athlone Stnbus 72
6h 36m
€49–69
Bus via Kilkenny
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Ormonde Roadbus 600
2. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Ballymahonbus 73
7h 2m
€43–62

Cork to Ballymahon by train and bus

43Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 282.1 km
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a train from Cork to Ballymahon via Portlaoise, Portarlington, Athlone, and Athlone Stn in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Bus Stn to Ballymahon via Limerick Colbert and Athlone Stn in around 6h 36m.

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