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

The cheapest way to get from Ennis to Cork is to bus via Limerick which costs €17 - €25 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ennis to Cork is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Ennis and Cork?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ennis Station station and arriving at Cork Bus Stn. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Ennis and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Ennis to Cork. However, there are services departing from Ennis and arriving at Cork via Limerick and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Ennis to Cork?

The distance between Ennis and Cork is 168 km. The road distance is 131.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ennis to Cork without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs €17 - €26.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Ennis to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ennis to Cork bus from?

Ennis to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Ennis Station.

Where do I catch the Ennis to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Ennis to Cork?

The best way to get from Ennis to Cork is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs €17 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €28 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Ennis to Cork bus arrive?

Ennis to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Cork Bus Stn station.

Where does the Ennis to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ennis to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Ennis to Cork is 132 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Ennis to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 312+ hotels available in Cork.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ennis to Limericktrain Ic
2. Take the train from Limerick to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Corktrain Ic / ...
2h 57m
€18–25
Bus via Limerick
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ennis Frs Walk to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 300
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
3h 22m
€17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Cork Bus Stnbus 51
3h 5m
€20–28
Drive 131.8 km
1. Drive from Ennis to Corkcar 131.8 km
1h 40m
€24–34

Ennis to Cork by train

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168 km
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Ennis, Ireland and Cork, Ireland?

You can take a train from Ennis to Cork via Limerick and Limerick Junction in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Ennis Station to Cork Bus Stn every 2 hours. Tickets cost €20–28 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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