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How to Travel from

County Cork to Dublin

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from County Cork to Dublin

Composite routes from County Cork to Dublin

Cheapest

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Cork Airport to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Friday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$36.94–$165.59

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Cork Airport to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.28–$585.94

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Cork to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.75–$39.49

Bus operators

Aircoach

Phone:
+353 0 1 844 7118
Website:
aircoach.ie/
Bus from Cork Alfred Street to Bachelors
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.20–$33.12

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Bachelors
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$28.02–$39.49

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Cork Alfred Street to Bachelors
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$19.11–$33.12

Dublin Coach

Phone:
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Website:
dublincoach.ie/
Bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Bachelors
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$26.75–$38.21

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from County Cork to Dublin?

The cheapest way to get from County Cork to Dublin is to bus which costs $22.83 - $38.04 and takes 4h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from County Cork to Dublin?

The fastest way to get from County Cork to Dublin is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between County Cork and Dublin?

No, there is no direct bus from County Cork to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Saint Ann's Road and arriving at Bachelors Walk via Cork Alfred Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from County Cork to Dublin?

The distance between County Cork and Dublin is 277 km. The road distance is 261 km.

How do I travel from County Cork to Dublin without a car?

The best way to get from County Cork to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs $34.78 - $52.17 .

How long does it take to get from County Cork to Dublin?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from County Cork to Dublin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the County Cork to Dublin bus from?

County Cork to Dublin bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Cork Alfred Street station.

Train, bus or fly from County Cork to Dublin?

The best way to get from County Cork to Dublin is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs $34.78 - $52.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $38.04 and takes 4h 1m, you could also fly, which costs $52.17 - $163.04 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the County Cork to Dublin bus arrive?

County Cork to Dublin bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

What is the time difference between County Cork and Dublin?

It is currently 03:51 at both, County Cork and Dublin.

Can I drive from County Cork to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between County Cork to Dublin is 261 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from County Cork to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1036+ hotels available in Dublin. Prices start at $62.57 per night.
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