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Cork to Dundalk

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337 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Cork to Dundalk

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Cheapest
By car (337 km)
3 h 19 min
337 km.
from $18
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Rideshare
3 h 19 min
337 km.
from $12.82
Train
4 h 36 min
270 km.
from $67.20
Bus
4 h 56 min
270 km.
from $52.30
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
4 h 56 min
270 km.
from $40.30
Plane, Bus
6 h 11 min
270 km.
from $128.65

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

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalk
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20

Bus operators

Aircoach

Phone:
+353 0 1 844 7118
Email:
Website:
aircoach.ie/
Bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.20–$34.39

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.74–$17.83

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$20.38–$33.12

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Dundalk is to bus which costs $28.26 - $47.83 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Dundalk is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $59.78 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Dublin Road via Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Dundalk via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Cork to Dundalk?

The distance between Cork and Dundalk is 355 km. The road distance is 336.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Dundalk without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Cork to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Dundalk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Dundalk train from?

Cork to Dundalk train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Cork station.

Train or bus from Cork to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Cork to Dundalk is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs $31.52 - $48.91 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Cork to Dundalk bus arrive?

Cork to Dundalk bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Where does the Cork to Dundalk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Dundalk is 336 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Cork to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 204+ hotels available in Dundalk. Prices start at $84.84 per night.
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