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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Tallaght is to bus which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Tallaght is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Tallaght?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Tallaght. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred St and arriving at Ol Blessington Rd via Hawkins Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Tallaght?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Tallaght. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Tallaght via Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Cork to Tallaght?

The distance between Cork and Tallaght is 276 km. The road distance is 242 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Tallaght without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs €24 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Cork to Tallaght, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Tallaght bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Tallaght train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cork to Tallaght?

The best way to get from Cork to Tallaght is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs €24 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 4m, you could also fly, which costs €65 - €260 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Cork to Tallaght bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cork to Tallaght train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Tallaght?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Tallaght is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Cork to Tallaght.

Where can I stay near Tallaght?

There are 1123+ hotels available in Tallaght.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
3h 8m
€25–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Bachelors Walkbus 707
2. Take the bus from Hawkins Street to Ol Blessington Rdbus 27
4h 4m
€20–33
Drive 242 km
1. Drive from Cork to Tallaghtcar 242 km
2h 28m
€43–62
Fly from Cork Airport
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
4h 54m
€68–259
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
4h 25m
€44–93

Cork to Tallaght by train and tram

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Distance: 276.1 km
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Tallaght, 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, you can take a bus from Cork Alfred St to Ol Blessington Rd via Bachelors Walk and Hawkins Street in around 4h 4m.

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