What is the cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Skibbereen?

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Skibbereen is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which costs €45 - €65 and takes 8h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dundalk to Skibbereen?

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Skibbereen is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Skibbereen?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Skibbereen. However, there are services departing from Stapleton Place and arriving at Skibbereen via Airport Zone 10 and Cork Patrick's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Skibbereen?

The distance between Dundalk and Skibbereen is 439 km. The road distance is 401.8 km.

How do I travel from Dundalk to Skibbereen without a car?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Skibbereen without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 6m and costs €55 - €95.

How long does it take to get from Dundalk to Skibbereen?

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Dundalk to Skibbereen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Skibbereen bus from?

Dundalk to Skibbereen bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Stapleton Place station.

Where does the Dundalk to Skibbereen bus arrive?

Dundalk to Skibbereen bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Skibbereen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Skibbereen is 402 km. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Dundalk to Skibbereen.

Where can I stay near Skibbereen?

There are 208+ hotels available in Skibbereen.

Dundalk to Skibbereen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Dundalk to Skibbereen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain Ic / ...
3. Take the bus from University Hospl to Skibbereen Nbus 230
7h 6m
€57–93
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus
2. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Cork Alfred Stbus
3. Take the bus from Cork Patrick's Quay to Skibbereenbus 230
8h 18m
€46–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 10 to Cork Alfred Stbus 707
3. Take the bus from Cork Patrick's Quay to Skibbereenbus 230
8h 18m
€49–72
Drive 401.8 km
1. Drive from Dundalk to Skibbereencar 401.8 km
4h 42m
€69–99
Bus, fly to Kerry Airport
1. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kerry Airport (KIR)plane DUB - KIR
3. Take the bus from Killarney Bus Stn to Skibbereenbus
8h 11m
€70–136
Bus, fly to Cork Airport
1. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane DUB - ORK
3. Take the bus from Cork Patrick's Quay to Skibbereenbus
9h 5m
€92–261

Dundalk to Skibbereen by train, tram, and bus

99Weekly Services

7h 6mAverage Duration

€57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 439 km
Duration: 7h 6m

What companies run services between Dundalk, Ireland and Skibbereen, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Stapleton Place to Skibbereen via Terminal 2 Zone 19, Airport Zone 10, Cork Alfred St, and Cork Patrick's Quay in around 8h 18m.

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