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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Louth is to bus which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Louth is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Louth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Louth. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred St and arriving at Louth via Abbey St and Ardee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Louth?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Louth. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Dundalk via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Cork to Louth?

The distance between Cork and Louth is 366 km. The road distance is 300.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Louth without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs €45 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Cork to Louth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Louth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Louth train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Louth?

The best way to get from Cork to Louth is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs €45 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Cork to Louth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cork to Louth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Louth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Louth is 300 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Cork to Louth.

Where can I stay near Louth?

There are 245+ hotels available in Louth.

Cork to Louth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cork to Louth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain Ic / ...
5h 24m
€47–66
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Bachelors Walkbus 707
2. Take the bus from Abbey St to Ardeebus 980 / ...
6h 21m
€36–55
Drive 300.3 km
1. Drive from Cork to Louthcar 300.3 km
3h 48m
€53–76
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Dundalk Bus Stnbus
7h 39m
€90–270
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Abbey St to Ardeebus 980 / ...
6h 4m
€41–58
Bus via Dundalk Bus Stn
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Airport Zone 10bus 707
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Dundalk Bus Stnbus 100X
6h 30m
€48–67

Cork to Louth by train, tram, foot, and bus

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5h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 365.7 km
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a train from Cork to Louth via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, Dundalk, and Saint Malachy's Vil in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Alfred St to Louth via Bachelors Walk, Abbey St, and Ardee in around 6h 21m.

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