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

The cheapest way to get from Arklow to Cork is to train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arklow to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Arklow and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Arklow to Cork. However, there are services departing from Tourist Office and arriving at Cork Andersn's Quay via Wexford Stn and SETU Cork Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Arklow to Cork?

The distance between Arklow and Cork is 349 km. The road distance is 218.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Arklow to Cork without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Arklow to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arklow to Cork bus from?

Arklow to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Tourist Office station.

Train or bus from Arklow to Cork?

The best way to get from Arklow to Cork is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Arklow to Cork bus arrive?

Arklow to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Wexford Stn station.

Can I drive from Arklow to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Arklow to Cork is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Arklow to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 329+ hotels available in Cork.

Arklow to Cork - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Arklow to Cork by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Arklow to Tara Streettrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain Ic / ...
4h 50m
€31–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tourist Office to Wexford Stnbus 2
2. Take the bus from Wexford Stn to SETU Cork Roadbus 340
3. Take the bus from SETU Cork Road to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 600
5h 37m
€40–66
Drive 218.4 km
1. Drive from Arklow to Corkcar 218.4 km
2h 37m
€38–55
Bus via Carlow
1. Take the bus from Arklow Train Station to Carlow Bus Stnbus 800
2. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to SETU Cork Roadbus 736
3. Take the bus from SETU Cork Road to Cork Patrick's Quaybus
6h 51m

Arklow to Cork by train and bus

111Weekly Services

4h 50mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 348.9 km
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Arklow, IE-WW, Ireland and Cork, Ireland?

You can take a train from Arklow to Cork via Tara Street, Tara Street, Heuston Station, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tourist Office to Cork Andersn's Quay via Wexford Stn and SETU Cork Road in around 5h 37m.

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