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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Killala is to bus via Ballina Humbrt which costs €40 - €70 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Killala is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Killala?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Killala. However, there are services departing from Cork Bus Stn and arriving at Killala via ATU Galway and Ballina, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Killala?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Killala. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Ballina via Portlaoise, Portarlington, Athlone and Manulla Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Cork to Killala?

The distance between Cork and Killala is 417 km. The road distance is 297.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Killala without a car is to train which takes 8h 15m and costs €35 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 8h 15m to get from Cork to Killala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Killala bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Killala train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Killala?

The best way to get from Cork to Killala is to train which takes 8h 15m and costs €35 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Cork to Killala bus arrive?

Cork to Killala bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at ATU Galway station.

Where does the Cork to Killala train arrive?

Cork to Killala train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portlaoise station.

Can I drive from Cork to Killala?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Killala is 298 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Cork to Killala.

Where can I stay near Killala?

There are 140+ hotels available in Killala.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Athlone to Manulla Junctiontrain Ic / ...
8h 15m
€39–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to ATU Galwaybus 51
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Ballina Bus Stnbus Ng01
8h 25m
Drive 297.9 km
1. Drive from Cork to Killalacar 297.9 km
3h 39m
€51–73
Bus via Ballina Humbrt
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to ATU Galwaybus 51
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Ballina Humbrtbus 430
8h 45m
€40–69

Cork to Killala by train and bus

17Weekly Services

8h 15mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 416.5 km
Duration: 8h 15m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Killala, IE-MO, Ireland?

You can take a train from Cork to Killala via Portlaoise, Portarlington, Athlone, Manulla Junction, Ballina, and Ballina Bus Stn in around 8h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Bus Stn to Killala via ATU Galway and Ballina, Bus Station in around 8h 25m.

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