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 27m.

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 Carlow Bus Station and Waterford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

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 28m.

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 28m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m 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 Carlow Bus 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 28m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Waterford, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 4h 10m.

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 277+ 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 CorkIc
3h 28m
€21–32
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Waterford Bus Station736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Cork Anderson's Quay600
4h 10m
€28–49
Drive 180.1 km
1. Drive from Athy to Cork180.1 km
2h 8m
€31–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athy to KilkennyRe / ...
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Cork Anderson's Quay600
4h 27m
€21–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athy to Ormonde Road897
2. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Cork Anderson's Quay600
5h 21m

Athy to Cork by train

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Distance: 240.9 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Cork once a week. Tickets cost €18–27 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mulgrave Street to Cork Anderson's Quay via Carlow Bus Station and Waterford Bus Station in around 4h 10m.

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