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How to Travel from

Dublin City to Cork

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Dublin City, Irish → Cork, Irish

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Dublin City to Cork

Composite routes from Dublin City to Cork

Cheapest

Transport providers

Ryanair
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Aer Lingus
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Ryanair
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3h 50m
Monday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
$36.94–$165.59
Aer Lingus
Website
3h 45m
Friday to Sunday
$229.28–$585.94
Irish Rail
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Irish Rail
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2h 33m
Hourly
$26.75–$39.49
+353 1 836 6222
+353 1 836 6222
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Aircoach
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Bus Éireann
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Citylink
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Dublin Coach
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Aircoach
Website
3h
Hourly
$24.20–$33.12
+353 0 1 844 7118
+353 0 1 844 7118
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Bus Éireann
Website
3h 56m
4 times a day
$24.20–$35.67
+353 1 836 6111
+353 1 836 6111
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Citylink
Website
3h
Hourly
$19.11–$33.12
+353 91 564 164
+353 91 564 164
Call Contact via email
Dublin Coach
Website
4h 15m
Every 4 hours
$22.93–$33.12
+353 (0)1 465 9972
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin City to Cork is to bus which costs $16.30 - $30.43 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin City to Cork is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $22.83 - $33.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Dublin City and Cork?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aston Quay and arriving at Cork Alfred Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Dublin City and Cork?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dublin Heuston and arriving at Cork. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Dublin City to Cork?

The distance between Dublin City and Cork is 265 km. The road distance is 255.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Dublin City to Cork without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $22.83 - $33.70 .

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

The train from Dublin Heuston to Cork takes 2h 33m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Dublin City to Cork bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Aston Quay station.

Where do I catch the Dublin City to Cork train from?

Dublin City to Cork train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Dublin Heuston station.

Train, bus or fly from Dublin City to Cork?

The best way to get from Dublin City to Cork is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $22.83 - $33.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16.30 - $30.43 and takes 3h, you could also fly, which costs $45.65 - $152.17 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Dublin City to Cork bus arrive?

Dublin City to Cork bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Cork Alfred Street station.

Where does the Dublin City to Cork train arrive?

Dublin City to Cork train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Cork station.

Can I drive from Dublin City to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin City to Cork is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Dublin City to Cork.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dublin City to Cork?

Book your Dublin City to Cork bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 238+ hotels available in Cork. Prices start at $68.92 per night.
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