What is the cheapest way to get from Bandon to Birr?

The cheapest way to get from Bandon to Birr is to train and bus which costs €25 - €40 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bandon to Birr?

The fastest way to get from Bandon to Birr is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Bandon and Birr?

No, there is no direct bus from Bandon to Birr. However, there are services departing from Bandon and arriving at Birr via Cork Bus Station and Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Bandon to Birr?

The distance between Bandon and Birr is 216 km. The road distance is 195.7 km.

How do I travel from Bandon to Birr without a car?

The best way to get from Bandon to Birr without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 40m and costs €25 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Bandon to Birr?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Bandon to Birr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bandon to Birr bus from?

Bandon to Birr bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Bandon station.

Where does the Bandon to Birr bus arrive?

Bandon to Birr bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Cork Bus Station.

Can I drive from Bandon to Birr?

Yes, the driving distance between Bandon to Birr is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Bandon to Birr.

Where can I stay near Birr?

There are 44+ hotels available in Birr.

Bandon to Birr - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bandon to Birr 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Thurlestrain 217 / ...
2. Take the bus from Thurles Station to Birrbus 850
5h 40m
€25–40
Drive 195.7 km
1. Drive from Bandon to Birrcar 195.7 km
2h 16m
€33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bandon to Cork Bus Stationbus 236 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 51
3. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Birrbus 72
6h 10m
€31–45
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Bandon to Cork Bus Stationbus 236 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Henry Streetbus 251
3. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Birrbus
6h 24m
€28–40

Bandon to Birr by bus and train

4Weekly Services

5h 40mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216 km
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Bandon, Ireland and Birr, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Bandon to Birr via Cork Bus Station and Limerick Colbert Station in around 6h 10m.

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