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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin Airport to Cork is to bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin Airport to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin Airport and Cork?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal 1 Zone 2 and arriving at Cork Alfred St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Dublin Airport to Cork?

The distance between Dublin Airport and Cork is 259 km. The road distance is 263.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Dublin Airport to Cork without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs €19 - €35.

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

The bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Cork Alfred St takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Dublin Airport to Cork bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Bus or fly from Dublin Airport to Cork?

The best way to get from Dublin Airport to Cork is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs €19 - €35. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €65 - €220 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Dublin Airport to Cork bus arrive?

Dublin Airport to Cork bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Cork Alfred St station.

Can I drive from Dublin Airport to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin Airport to Cork is 263 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Dublin Airport to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 340+ hotels available in Cork.

Dublin Airport to Cork - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Dublin Airport to Cork by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Cork Alfred Stbus 704x
3h 30m
€19–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Heuston Stationbus 782
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain Ic / ...
3h 39m
€24–49
Drive 263.1 km
1. Drive from Dublin Airport to Corkcar 263.1 km
2h 43m
€45–64
Fly to Cork Airport
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane DUB - ORK
3h 57m
€68–217
Bus via Burgh Quay
1. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 600
5h 56m
€28–50
Fly to Kerry Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kerry Airport (KIR)plane DUB - KIR
2. Take the train from Killarney to Mallowtrain
4h 47m
€43–96

Dublin Airport to Cork by bus

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Distance: 258.9 km
Duration: 3h 30m

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

Aircoach operates a bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Cork Alfred St hourly. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Citylink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Ryanair and Aer Lingus fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cork Airport (ORK) 3 times a day.

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