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

The cheapest way to get from Roscrea to Cork is to line 850 bus and train which costs €16 - €24 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Roscrea to Cork is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Roscrea and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Roscrea to Cork. However, there are services departing from Roscrea Aby St and arriving at Cork Andersn's Quay via Henry Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Roscrea and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Roscrea to Cork. However, there are services departing from Roscrea and arriving at Cork via Ballybrophy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Roscrea to Cork?

The distance between Roscrea and Cork is 175 km. The road distance is 145.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Roscrea to Cork without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs €16 - €24.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Roscrea to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roscrea to Cork bus from?

Roscrea to Cork bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Roscrea Aby St station.

Where do I catch the Roscrea to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Roscrea to Cork?

The best way to get from Roscrea to Cork is to train which takes 3h and costs €16 - €24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €27 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Roscrea to Cork bus arrive?

Roscrea to Cork bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Limerick Arthurs Qy station.

Where does the Roscrea to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Roscrea to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Roscrea to Cork is 145 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Roscrea to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 328+ hotels available in Cork.

Roscrea to Cork - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 850 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballybrophy to Corktrain Re / ...
3h
€17–24
Line 850 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roscrea Aby St to Thurles Stationbus 850
2. Take the train from Thurles to Corktrain Ic / ...
3h
€16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roscrea Aby St to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 735
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
3h 46m
€19–26
Drive 145.1 km
1. Drive from Roscrea to Corkcar 145.1 km
1h 42m
€25–36

Roscrea to Cork by train

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Distance: 174.7 km
Duration: 3h

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Ballybrophy to Cork 5 times a day. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Roscrea Aby St to Cork Andersn's Quay via Limerick Arthurs Qy and Henry Street in around 3h 46m.

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