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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Palmerstown is to bus which costs €25 - €35 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Palmerstown is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Palmerstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Palmerstown. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred St and arriving at Palmerstown R148 via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Palmerstown?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Palmerstown. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Dublin Heuston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Cork to Palmerstown?

The distance between Cork and Palmerstown is 277 km. The road distance is 247.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Palmerstown without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs €25 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Cork to Palmerstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Palmerstown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Palmerstown train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Palmerstown?

The best way to get from Cork to Palmerstown is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs €25 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €35 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Cork to Palmerstown bus arrive?

Cork to Palmerstown bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Parkgate St station.

Where does the Cork to Palmerstown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Palmerstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Palmerstown is 247 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Cork to Palmerstown.

Where can I stay near Palmerstown?

There are 1255+ hotels available in Palmerstown.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2h 50m
€26–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Parkgate Stbus 707
3h 11m
€25–33
Drive 247.1 km
1. Drive from Cork to Palmerstowncar 247.1 km
2h 30m
€42–61
Bus via Bachelors Walk
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
4h 45m
€30–39

Cork to Palmerstown by train and bus

195Weekly Services

2h 50mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 277.3 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Palmerstown, 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 Parkgate St hourly. Tickets cost €22–30 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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