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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Rathgar is to bus which costs €25 - €35 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Rathgar is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Rathgar?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Rathgar. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred St and arriving at Palmerston Vil via Parkgate St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Rathgar?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Rathgar. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Beechwood via Heuston and Marlborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Cork to Rathgar?

The distance between Cork and Rathgar is 271 km. The road distance is 248.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Rathgar without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €24 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Cork to Rathgar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Rathgar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Rathgar train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cork to Rathgar?

The best way to get from Cork to Rathgar is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €24 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €35 and takes 3h 32m, you could also fly, which costs €65 - €270 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Cork to Rathgar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cork to Rathgar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Rathgar?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Rathgar is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Cork to Rathgar.

Where can I stay near Rathgar?

There are 1106+ hotels available in Rathgar.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cork to Rathgar by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
3h 6m
€25–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Parkgate Stbus 707
3h 32m
€25–33
Drive 248.5 km
1. Drive from Cork to Rathgarcar 248.5 km
2h 34m
€44–63
Fly from Cork Airport
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
5h 37m
€69–267
Bus to Kerry Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Kerry Airportbus
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
5h 8m
€45–101

Cork to Rathgar by train and tram

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Distance: 270.8 km
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Rathgar, 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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