What is the cheapest way to get from Cork to The Helix?

The cheapest way to get from Cork to The Helix is to bus which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cork to The Helix?

The fastest way to get from Cork to The Helix is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and The Helix?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to The Helix. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred St and arriving at Dcu via Westmoreland Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and The Helix?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to The Helix. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Smithfield via Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Cork to The Helix?

The distance between Cork and The Helix is 272 km. The road distance is 255.1 km.

How do I travel from Cork to The Helix without a car?

The best way to get from Cork to The Helix without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs €26 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Cork to The Helix?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Cork to The Helix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to The Helix bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to The Helix train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cork to The Helix?

The best way to get from Cork to The Helix is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 34m, you could also fly, which costs €65 - €240 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Cork to The Helix bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cork to The Helix train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to The Helix?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to The Helix is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Cork to The Helix.

Where can I stay near The Helix?

There are 1141+ hotels available in The Helix.

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There are 4 ways to get from Cork to The Helix by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
3h 18m
€27–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Bachelors Walkbus 707
3h 34m
€22–33
Drive 255.1 km
1. Drive from Cork to The Helixcar 255.1 km
2h 43m
€45–65
Fly
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
5h 21m
€68–237

Cork to The Helix by train, tram, foot, and bus

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3h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 272.1 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and The Helix, 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 Bachelors Walk hourly. Tickets cost €22–30 and the journey takes 3h. Aircoach also services this route hourly.

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