What is the cheapest way to get from County Cork to Dublin?

The cheapest way to get from County Cork to Dublin is to bus which costs €29 - €45 and takes 3h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from County Cork to Dublin?

The fastest way to get from County Cork to Dublin is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between County Cork and Dublin?

No, there is no direct bus from County Cork to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Blarney East and arriving at Bachelors Walk via Cork Alfred St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between County Cork and Dublin?

No, there is no direct train from County Cork to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Dublin Heuston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from County Cork to Dublin?

The distance between County Cork and Dublin is 260 km. The road distance is 260.3 km.

How do I travel from County Cork to Dublin without a car?

The best way to get from County Cork to Dublin without a car is to bus which takes 3h 52m and costs €29 - €45.

How long does it take to get from County Cork to Dublin?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from County Cork to Dublin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the County Cork to Dublin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the County Cork to Dublin train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from County Cork to Dublin?

The best way to get from County Cork to Dublin is to bus which takes 3h 52m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 3h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €75 - €280 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the County Cork to Dublin bus arrive?

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

Where does the County Cork to Dublin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from County Cork to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between County Cork to Dublin is 260 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from County Cork to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1121+ hotels available in Dublin.

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There are 4 ways to get from County Cork to Dublin by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Bachelors Walkbus 707
3h 52m
€30–44
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
3h 55m
€42–62
Drive 260.3 km
1. Drive from County Cork to Dublincar 260.3 km
2h 44m
€46–66
Fly
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
5h 40m
€77–278

County Cork to Dublin by bus and foot

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Distance: 260.3 km
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between County Cork, Ireland and Dublin, Ireland?

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. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 34m.

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