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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Castlerea is to train which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 5m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Castlerea?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Castlerea. However, there are services departing from Cork Andersn's Quay and arriving at Castlerea via Galway Cathdrl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Castlerea?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Castlerea. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Castlerea via Portlaoise, Portarlington and Athlone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Cork to Castlerea?

The distance between Cork and Castlerea is 317 km. The road distance is 249.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Castlerea without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Cork to Castlerea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Castlerea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Castlerea train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Castlerea?

The best way to get from Cork to Castlerea is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €50 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Cork to Castlerea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cork to Castlerea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Castlerea?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Castlerea is 249 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Cork to Castlerea.

Where can I stay near Castlerea?

There are 52+ hotels available in Castlerea.

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

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

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Train
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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 Castlereatrain Ic / ...
5h 5m
€30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceanntbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Cathdrl to Castlereabus Ng05
5h 32m
€30–48
Drive 249.4 km
1. Drive from Cork to Castlereacar 249.4 km
3h 3m
€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 Castlereabus 429
7h 2m
€43–61

Cork to Castlerea by train

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Distance: 317.2 km
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Cork to Castlerea via Portlaoise, Portarlington, and Athlone in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Castlerea via Galway Ceannt and Galway Cathdrl in around 5h 32m.

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