What is the cheapest way to get from Ennis to Fota Island?

The cheapest way to get from Ennis to Fota Island is to train which costs €19 - €30 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ennis to Fota Island?

The fastest way to get from Ennis to Fota Island is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Ennis and Fota Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Ennis station to Fota Island. However, there are services departing from Ennis Station and arriving at IDA Carrigtwohill via Cork Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Ennis and Fota Island?

No, there is no direct train from Ennis to Fota Island. However, there are services departing from Ennis and arriving at Fota via Limerick, Limerick Junction and Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Ennis to Fota Island?

The distance between Ennis and Fota Island is 179 km. The road distance is 145.8 km.

How do I travel from Ennis to Fota Island without a car?

The best way to get from Ennis to Fota Island without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs €19 - €30.

How long does it take to get from Ennis to Fota Island?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Ennis to Fota Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ennis to Fota Island bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ennis to Fota Island train from?

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

Train or bus from Ennis to Fota Island?

The best way to get from Ennis to Fota Island is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs €19 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Ennis to Fota Island bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ennis to Fota Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ennis to Fota Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Ennis to Fota Island is 146 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Ennis to Fota Island.

Where can I stay near Fota Island?

There are 295+ hotels available in Fota Island.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ennis to Limericktrain Ic
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Corktrain Ic / ...
3h 26m
€20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Cork Bus Stnbus 51
3h 52m
€31–43
Drive 145.8 km
1. Drive from Ennis to Fota Islandcar 145.8 km
1h 53m
€25–36
Bus via Limerick
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
4h 9m
€28–40

Ennis to Fota Island by train

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3h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.2 km
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Ennis, Ireland and Fota Island, Ireland?

You can take a train from Ennis to Fota via Limerick, Limerick Junction, and Cork in around 3h 26m. 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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