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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Clonegal is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Clonegal is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Clonegal?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Clonegal. However, there are services departing from Cork Bus Stn and arriving at Kildavin via Waterford Bus Stn and Carlow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Clonegal?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Clonegal. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Muine Bheag via Portlaoise and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Cork to Clonegal?

The distance between Cork and Clonegal is 303 km. The road distance is 186.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Clonegal without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €65 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Cork to Clonegal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Clonegal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Clonegal train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Clonegal?

The best way to get from Cork to Clonegal is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €65 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus via Waterford, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Cork to Clonegal bus arrive?

Cork to Clonegal bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Waterford Bus Stn station.

Where does the Cork to Clonegal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Clonegal?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Clonegal is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Cork to Clonegal.

Where can I stay near Clonegal?

There are 108+ hotels available in Clonegal.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Cork to Clonegal 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 Kildare to Muine Bheagtrain Re / ...
4h 30m
€66–92
Bus via Waterford
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Waterford Bus Stnbus 40
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736
3. Take the bus from Carlow to Kildavinbus 481 / ...
5h 23m
€32–68
Drive 186.9 km
1. Drive from Cork to Clonegalcar 186.9 km
2h 27m
€33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 600
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny Dunnes Stores to Paulstownbus 500
5h 34m
€32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Waterford Bus Stnbus 40
2. Take the train from Waterford to Muine Bheagtrain Re / ...
5h 40m
€32–54

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Distance: 302.7 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Cork to Clonegal via Portlaoise, Kildare, and Muine Bheag in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Bus Stn to Clonegal via Waterford Bus Stn, Carlow Bus Stn, Carlow, and Kildavin in around 5h 23m.

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