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

The cheapest way to get from Balbriggan to Cork is to bus which costs €27 - €45 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balbriggan to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Balbriggan and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Balbriggan to Cork. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan Comm Cen and arriving at Cork Alfred Street via Aston Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Balbriggan and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Balbriggan to Cork. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan and arriving at Cork via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Balbriggan to Cork?

The distance between Balbriggan and Cork is 303 km. The road distance is 283.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Cork without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs €27 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Balbriggan to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balbriggan to Cork bus from?

Balbriggan to Cork bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Balbriggan Comm Cen station.

Where do I catch the Balbriggan to Cork train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Balbriggan to Cork?

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Cork is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs €27 - €45. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and bus, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €65 - €200 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Balbriggan to Cork bus arrive?

Balbriggan to Cork bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel) station.

Where does the Balbriggan to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balbriggan to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Balbriggan to Cork is 284 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Balbriggan to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 282+ hotels available in Cork.

Balbriggan to Cork - 6 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Balbriggan to Cork by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Balbriggan to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to CorkIc
4h 24m
€27–43
Line 101 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel)101
2. Take the bus from Aston Quay to Cork Alfred Street704x
4h 55m
€25–39
Drive 283.8 km
1. Drive from Balbriggan to Cork283.8 km
2h 54m
€48–69
Fly to Cork Airport
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cork Airport (ORK)DUB - ORK
6h 1m
€69–193
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 10 to Cork Alfred Street707
5h 9m
€27–42
Line 101 bus, fly to Kerry Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kerry Airport (KIR)DUB - KIR
3. Take the bus from Kerry Airport to Cork Western Rd
5h 29m
€44–110

Balbriggan to Cork by train and tram

101Weekly Services

4h 24mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 303 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Balbriggan to Cork via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Cork Alfred Street via Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel) and Aston Quay in around 4h 55m.

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