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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Dowra is to train which costs €50 - €75 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Dowra is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Dowra?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Dowra. However, there are services departing from Cork Andersn's Quay and arriving at Dowra via Galway Cathdrl and Sligo Markievicz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Dowra?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Dowra. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Carrick On Shannon via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

How far is it from Cork to Dowra?

The distance between Cork and Dowra is 387 km. The road distance is 305.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Dowra without a car is to bus via Sligo which takes 8h 43m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 43m to get from Cork to Dowra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Dowra bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Dowra train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Dowra?

The best way to get from Cork to Dowra is to bus via Sligo which takes 8h 43m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €50 - €75 and takes 8h 44m.

Where does the Cork to Dowra bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cork to Dowra train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Dowra?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Dowra is 306 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Cork to Dowra.

Where can I stay near Dowra?

There are 254+ hotels available in Dowra.

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

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

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Bus via Sligo
best
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceanntbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Cathdrl to Sligo Markieviczbus 964
3. Take the bus from Sligo Markievicz to Dowrabus 566
8h 43m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Carrick On Shannontrain Ic
8h 44m
€51–72
Drive 305.9 km
1. Drive from Cork to Dowracar 305.9 km
3h 57m
€52–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to ATU Galwaybus 51
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Drumshanbo BPbus Ng05
8h 56m
€55–77
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Parkgate Stbus 707
2. Take the bus from Liffey Valley SC to Carrick-on-Shannonbus 23
9h 2m
€58–91

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Distance: 386.8 km
Duration: 8h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Dowra via Galway Ceannt, Galway Cathdrl, and Sligo Markievicz in around 8h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cork to Dowra via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, Carrick On Shannon, Carrick-on-Snn Stn, Drumshanbo BP, and Drumshanbo in around 8h 44m.

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