What is the cheapest way to get from Cork to Dún Laoghaire?

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Dún Laoghaire is to bus which costs €20 - €35 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cork to Dún Laoghaire?

The fastest way to get from Cork to Dún Laoghaire is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Dún Laoghaire?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Dún Laoghaire. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred St and arriving at Dun Laoghaire SC via O'Connell Br. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Dún Laoghaire?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Dún Laoghaire. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Dun Laoghaire via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Cork to Dún Laoghaire?

The distance between Cork and Dún Laoghaire is 278 km. The road distance is 261.1 km.

How do I travel from Cork to Dún Laoghaire without a car?

The best way to get from Cork to Dún Laoghaire without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs €25 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Cork to Dún Laoghaire?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Cork to Dún Laoghaire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Dún Laoghaire bus from?

Cork to Dún Laoghaire bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Alfred St station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Dún Laoghaire train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Dún Laoghaire?

The best way to get from Cork to Dún Laoghaire is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Cork to Dún Laoghaire bus arrive?

Cork to Dún Laoghaire bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Cork to Dún Laoghaire train arrive?

Cork to Dún Laoghaire train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Cork to Dún Laoghaire?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Dún Laoghaire is 261 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Cork to Dún Laoghaire.

Where can I stay near Dún Laoghaire?

There are 1163+ hotels available in Dún Laoghaire.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
3h 19m
€26–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Bachelors Walkbus 707
2. Take the bus from O'Connell Br to Dun Laoghaire SCbus 7 / ...
3h 57m
€20–33
Drive 261.1 km
1. Drive from Cork to Dún Laoghairecar 261.1 km
2h 46m
€44–64
Bus via Dun Laoghaire Stn
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
5h 21m
€30–39

Cork to Dún Laoghaire by train, tram, and foot

194Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.3 km
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Dún Laoghaire, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Alfred St to Dun Laoghaire SC via Bachelors Walk and O'Connell Br in around 3h 57m.

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