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

The cheapest way to get from Loughrea to Cork is to bus which costs €23 - €40 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Loughrea to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Loughrea and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Loughrea to Cork. However, there are services departing from Loughrea and arriving at Cork Andersn's Quay via ATU Galway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Loughrea and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Loughrea to Cork. However, there are services departing from Craughwell and arriving at Cork via Limerick and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Loughrea to Cork?

The distance between Loughrea and Cork is 229 km. The road distance is 180.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Loughrea to Cork without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs €40 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Loughrea to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loughrea to Cork bus from?

Loughrea to Cork bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from ATU Galway station.

Where do I catch the Loughrea to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Loughrea to Cork?

The best way to get from Loughrea to Cork is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus via Galway, which costs €24 - €50 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Loughrea to Cork bus arrive?

Loughrea to Cork bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Cork Andersn's Quay station.

Where does the Loughrea to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Loughrea to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Loughrea to Cork is 181 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Loughrea to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 312+ hotels available in Cork.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Craughwell to Limericktrain Ic
2. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Corktrain Ic / ...
3h 50m
€42–56
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gort to Cork Bus Stnbus 51
5h 10m
€23–37
Bus via Galway
1. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
4h 3m
€24–47
Drive 180.7 km
1. Drive from Loughrea to Corkcar 180.7 km
2h 14m
€32–47

Loughrea to Cork by bus

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Distance: 229 km
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a vehicle from Loughrea to Cork via Craughwell, Limerick, and Limerick Junction in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, Citylink operates a bus from ATU Galway to Cork Andersn's Quay every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Expressway (Bus Éireann) also services this route every 2 hours.

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