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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Lanesborough is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 6h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Lanesborough is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Lanesborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Lanesborough. However, there are services departing from Cork Andersn's Quay and arriving at Lanesborough via Galway Ceannt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Lanesborough?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Lanesborough. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Athlone via Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Cork to Lanesborough?

The distance between Cork and Lanesborough is 290 km. The road distance is 242 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Lanesborough without a car is to bus which takes 6h 11m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Cork to Lanesborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Lanesborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Lanesborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Lanesborough?

The best way to get from Cork to Lanesborough is to bus which takes 6h 11m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can train via Portlaoise, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Cork to Lanesborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cork to Lanesborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Lanesborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Lanesborough is 242 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Cork to Lanesborough.

Where can I stay near Lanesborough?

There are 79+ hotels available in Lanesborough.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceanntbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Lanesboroughbus 425 / ...
6h 11m
€38–58
Train via Portlaoise
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
6h 17m
€47–68
Drive 242 km
1. Drive from Cork to Lanesboroughcar 242 km
3h 6m
€41–60
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Longfordtrain Ic / ...
6h 44m
€46–64

Cork to Lanesborough by bus

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6h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.7 km
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Lanesborough via Galway Ceannt in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cork to Lanesborough via Portlaoise, Portarlington, Athlone, Athlone Stn, and Roscommon in around 6h 17m.

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