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Cork to Loughrea

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Cork to Loughrea

Cheapest
2 h 8 min
Car
185 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Cork to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.33–$15.22
Train from Limerick to Craughwell
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.78–$14.13

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Cork Bus Station to Gort
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09
Bus from Cork Bus Station Parnell Place to Bunratty
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74
Bus from Bunratty to Gort
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Cork Bus Station to Gort
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$17.39–$23.91

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Coburg Street to Galway
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$15.22–$25.00

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Loughrea is to bus which costs $17.39 - $26.09 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Loughrea is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $34.78 - $52.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Loughrea?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Loughrea. However, there are services departing from Coburg Street and arriving at Loughrea via Galway Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Cork to Loughrea?

The distance between Cork and Loughrea is 232 km. The road distance is 185.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Loughrea without a car is to bus via Galway which takes 4h 5m and costs $26.09 - $41.30 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Cork to Loughrea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Loughrea bus from?

Cork to Loughrea bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Coburg Street station.

Train or bus from Cork to Loughrea?

The best way to get from Cork to Loughrea is to bus via Galway which takes 4h 5m and costs $26.09 - $41.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $46.74 - $65.22 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Cork to Loughrea bus arrive?

Cork to Loughrea bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cork to Loughrea?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Loughrea is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Cork to Loughrea.

Where can I stay near Loughrea?

There are 25+ hotels available in Loughrea. Prices start at $40.55 per night.
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