What is the cheapest way to get from Cork to Dublin City?

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Dublin City is to bus which costs €19 - €50 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Cork to Dublin City?

The fastest way to get from Cork to Dublin City is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Dublin City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cork Alfred St and arriving at Bachelors Walk. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Dublin City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cork and arriving at Dublin Heuston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Cork to Dublin City?

The distance between Cork and Dublin City is 265 km. The road distance is 251.5 km.

How do I travel from Cork to Dublin City without a car?

The best way to get from Cork to Dublin City without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs €22 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Cork to Dublin City?

The train from Cork to Dublin Heuston takes 2h 34m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cork to Dublin City bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Dublin City train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cork to Dublin City?

The best way to get from Cork to Dublin City is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €50 and takes 3h, you could also fly, which costs €65 - €270 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Cork to Dublin City bus arrive?

Cork to Dublin City bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Cork to Dublin City train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Dublin City?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Dublin City is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Cork to Dublin City.

Where can I stay near Dublin City?

There are 1115+ hotels available in Dublin City.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cork to Dublin City by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2h 34m
€22–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Bachelors Walkbus 707
3h
€19–50
Drive 251.5 km
1. Drive from Cork to Dublin Citycar 251.5 km
2h 39m
€45–64
Fly from Cork Airport
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
4h 48m
€66–264
Bus to Kerry Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Kerry Airportbus
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
4h 19m
€42–98

Cork to Dublin City by train

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Distance: 265.3 km
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Dublin City, 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 Bachelors Walk hourly. Tickets cost €22–30 and the journey takes 3h. Three other operators also service this route.

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