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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from County Kildare to Cork

Composite routes from County Kildare to Cork

Cheapest
2 h 11 min
Car
221 km.
from $12

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Newbridge to Portlaoise
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.01–$10.19
Train from Portlaoise to Cork
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.02

Bus operators

Aircoach

Phone:
+353 0 1 844 7118
Email:
Website:
aircoach.ie/
Bus from Aston Quay to Cork
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.93–$33.12

Dublin Coach

Phone:
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Email:
Website:
dublincoach.ie/
Bus from Ormonde College to Cork
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$22.93

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Kilcullen to Ormonde
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38

Go-Ahead Ireland

Phone:
0818 804071
Email:
Website:
goaheadireland.ie/
Bus from Lidl RDC to Bachelors
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.33–$5.73

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from County Kildare to Cork is to train which costs $21.74 - $32.61 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from County Kildare to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between County Kildare and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from County Kildare to Cork. However, there are services departing from Kilcullen and arriving at Cork Anderson's Quay via Ormonde College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between County Kildare and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from County Kildare to Cork. However, there are services departing from Newbridge and arriving at Cork via Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from County Kildare to Cork?

The distance between County Kildare and Cork is 225 km. The road distance is 220.2 km.

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

The best way to get from County Kildare to Cork without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from County Kildare to Cork, including transfers.

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

County Kildare to Cork bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Kilcullen station.

Where do I catch the County Kildare to Cork train from?

County Kildare to Cork train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Newbridge station.

Train or bus from County Kildare to Cork?

The best way to get from County Kildare to Cork is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 . Alternatively, you can bus via Kilkenny, which costs $26.09 - $36.96 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the County Kildare to Cork bus arrive?

County Kildare to Cork bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Ormonde Road station.

Where does the County Kildare to Cork train arrive?

County Kildare to Cork train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Portlaoise station.

Can I drive from County Kildare to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between County Kildare to Cork is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from County Kildare to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 241+ hotels available in Cork. Prices start at $67.05 per night.
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