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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Ennis is to bus via Limerick which costs €17 - €26 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Ennis is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Ennis?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cork Bus Stn and arriving at Ennis Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Ennis?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Ennis. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Ennis via Limerick Junction and Limerick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Cork to Ennis?

The distance between Cork and Ennis is 150 km. The road distance is 130.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Ennis without a car is to bus which takes 3h and costs €20 - €28.

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

The bus from Cork Bus Stn to Ennis Station takes 3h including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Cork to Ennis bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Ennis train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Ennis?

The best way to get from Cork to Ennis is to bus which takes 3h and costs €20 - €28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Cork to Ennis bus arrive?

Cork to Ennis bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Ennis Station.

Where does the Cork to Ennis train arrive?

Cork to Ennis train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick Junction station.

Can I drive from Cork to Ennis?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Ennis is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Cork to Ennis.

Where can I stay near Ennis?

There are 123+ hotels available in Ennis.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Ennis Stationbus 51
3h
€20–28
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cork to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Limericktrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Limerick to Ennistrain Ic / ...
3h 2m
€17–25
Drive 130.3 km
1. Drive from Cork to Enniscar 130.3 km
1h 40m
€23–32
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Henry Streetbus 251
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Ennis Frs Walkbus 300
3h 4m
€17–26

Cork to Ennis by bus

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Distance: 149.9 km
Duration: 3h

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

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Cork Bus Stn to Ennis Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost €20–28 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cork to Ennis via Limerick Junction and Limerick in around 3h 2m.

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