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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Donabate is to bus which costs €28 - €40 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Donabate is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Donabate?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Donabate. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred St and arriving at Main Street via Airport Zone 15 and Swords Pavilions. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Donabate?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Donabate. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Donabate via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Cork to Donabate?

The distance between Cork and Donabate is 287 km. The road distance is 271.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Donabate without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Cork to Donabate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Donabate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Donabate train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Donabate?

The best way to get from Cork to Donabate is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €40 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Cork to Donabate bus arrive?

Cork to Donabate bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Airport Zone 10 station.

Where does the Cork to Donabate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Donabate?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Donabate is 271 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Cork to Donabate.

Where can I stay near Donabate?

There are 1067+ hotels available in Donabate.

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Cork to Donabate by train, tram, and foot

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3h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 287.1 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Donabate, 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, Citylink operates a bus from Cork Alfred St to Airport Zone 10 hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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