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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Cloghan is to train and bus which costs €19 - €28 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Cloghan is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Cloghan?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Cloghan. However, there are services departing from Cork Bus Stn and arriving at Cloghan via Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Cloghan?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Cloghan. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Clara via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Cork to Cloghan?

The distance between Cork and Cloghan is 205 km. The road distance is 178.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Cloghan without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 54m and costs €19 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Cork to Cloghan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Cloghan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Cloghan train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Cloghan?

The best way to get from Cork to Cloghan is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Cork to Cloghan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cork to Cloghan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Cloghan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Cloghan is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Cork to Cloghan.

Where can I stay near Cloghan?

There are 72+ hotels available in Cloghan.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Cork to Cloghan by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Thurlestrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Thurles Station to Cloghanbus 850
3h 54m
€20–27
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
4h 48m
€25–37
Drive 178.5 km
1. Drive from Cork to Cloghancar 178.5 km
2h 7m
€32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cloghanbus 72
4h 35m
€36–49
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Henry Streetbus 251
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Cloghanbus Ul06
4h 52m
€26–37

Cork to Cloghan by train and bus

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3h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.2 km
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Cloghan, IE-OY, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Portarlington every 4 hours. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Bus Stn to Cloghan via Limerick Colbert in around 4h 35m.

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