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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Cork is to train and bus which costs €21 - €30 and takes 4h 30m.

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 Anderson's Quay via SETU Carlow and Waterford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

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 and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

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 4h 11m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m 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 SETU Carlow station.

Where do I catch the Athy to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Athy to Cork?

The best way to get from Athy to Cork is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Waterford, which costs €28 - €60 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Athy to Cork bus arrive?

Athy to Cork bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Waterford Bus 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 284+ 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 Portlaoise to Corktrain 208 / ...
4h 11m
€23–34
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athy to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
4h 30m
€21–29
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from SETU Carlow to Waterford Bus Stationbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
4h 25m
€28–56
Drive 180.1 km
1. Drive from Athy to Corkcar 180.1 km
2h 8m
€31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athy to Ormonde Roadbus 897
2. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
5h 21m

Athy to Cork by train

59Weekly Trains

4h 11mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.9 km
Duration: 4h 11m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Cork every 3 hours. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mulgrave Street to Cork Anderson's Quay via SETU Carlow and Waterford Bus Station in around 4h 25m.

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