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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Paulstown is to bus which costs €19 - €29 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Paulstown is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Paulstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Paulstown. However, there are services departing from Cork Bus Stn and arriving at Paulstown M9 via Waterford Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Paulstown?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Paulstown. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Muine Bheag via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Cork to Paulstown?

The distance between Cork and Paulstown is 184 km. The road distance is 155.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Paulstown without a car is to bus via Waterford which takes 3h 35m and costs €17 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Cork to Paulstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Paulstown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Paulstown train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Paulstown?

The best way to get from Cork to Paulstown is to bus via Waterford which takes 3h 35m and costs €17 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Cork to Paulstown bus arrive?

Cork to Paulstown bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Waterford Bus Stn station.

Where does the Cork to Paulstown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Paulstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Paulstown is 155 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Cork to Paulstown.

Where can I stay near Paulstown?

There are 195+ hotels available in Paulstown.

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

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

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Bus via Waterford
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1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Waterford Bus Stnbus 40
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Paulstown M9bus 736 / ...
3h 35m
€17–32
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Kildaretrain Ic
2. Take the train from Kildare to Muine Bheagtrain Re / ...
4h 15m
€27–38
Drive 155.1 km
1. Drive from Cork to Paulstowncar 155.1 km
1h 58m
€27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 600
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny Dunnes Stores to Paulstownbus 500
4h 18m
€19–28

Cork to Paulstown by bus

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Distance: 183.6 km
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Cork Bus Stn to Paulstown M9 via Waterford Bus Stn in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cork to Paulstown via Kildare, Muine Bheag, and Bagenalstown in around 4h 15m.

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