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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Tuam is to bus which costs €24 - €45 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Tuam is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Tuam?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Tuam. However, there are services departing from Cork Andersn's Quay and arriving at Tuam High Street via Eyre Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Tuam?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Tuam. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Galway via Limerick Junction and Limerick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Cork to Tuam?

The distance between Cork and Tuam is 229 km. The road distance is 209.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Tuam without a car is to bus which takes 4h 22m and costs €24 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Cork to Tuam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Tuam bus from?

Cork to Tuam bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Andersn's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Tuam train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Tuam?

The best way to get from Cork to Tuam is to bus which takes 4h 22m and costs €24 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Cork to Tuam bus arrive?

Cork to Tuam bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Ceannt station.

Where does the Cork to Tuam train arrive?

Cork to Tuam train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick Junction station.

Can I drive from Cork to Tuam?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Tuam is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Cork to Tuam.

Where can I stay near Tuam?

There are 38+ hotels available in Tuam.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceanntbus 251
4h 22m
€25–40
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
5h 56m
€30–42
Drive 209.5 km
1. Drive from Cork to Tuamcar 209.5 km
2h 24m
€36–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cork to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from UL East Gate to Tuam High Streetbus Ul05
4h 44m

Cork to Tuam by bus

134Weekly Buses

4h 22mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.8 km
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Tuam, IE-G, Ireland?

Citylink operates a bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceannt every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Expressway (Bus Éireann) also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cork to Tuam High Street via Limerick Junction, Limerick, Galway, and Eyre Square in around 5h 56m.

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