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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Cork is to bus which costs €20 - €29 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athy to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Cork. However, there are services departing from Mulgrave Street and arriving at Cork Andersn's Quay via Tyndall College and Waterford Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to Cork. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Cork via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Athy to Cork?

The distance between Athy and Cork is 241 km. The road distance is 180.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Athy to Cork without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Athy to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Cork bus from?

Athy to Cork bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Tyndall College station.

Where do I catch the Athy to Cork train from?

Athy to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kildare station.

Train or bus from Athy to Cork?

The best way to get from Athy to Cork is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Waterford, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Athy to Cork bus arrive?

Athy to Cork bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Waterford Bus Stn station.

Where does the Athy to Cork train arrive?

Athy to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.

Can I drive from Athy to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Cork is 180 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Athy to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 321+ hotels available in Cork.

Athy to Cork - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Athy 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 Kildare to Corktrain 224
3h 26m
€21–32
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athy to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 600
4h 30m
€21–29
Drive 180.1 km
1. Drive from Athy to Corkcar 180.1 km
2h 8m
€31–45
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from Tyndall College to Waterford Bus Stnbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 600
4h 51m
€28–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athy to Ormonde Roadbus 897
2. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 600
5h 21m
€21–28

Athy to Cork by train

2Weekly Trains

3h 26mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.9 km
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Athy, Ireland and Cork, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Cork twice a week. Tickets cost €18–27 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mulgrave Street to Cork Andersn's Quay via Tyndall College and Waterford Bus Stn in around 4h 51m.

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