What is the cheapest way to get from Blarney Castle to Cong?

The cheapest way to get from Blarney Castle to Cong is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 7h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blarney Castle to Cong?

The fastest way to get from Blarney Castle to Cong is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Blarney Castle and Cong?

No, there is no direct bus from Blarney Castle to Cong. However, there are services departing from Blarney and arriving at Cong via Cork Anderson's Quay, Galway Ceannt Station and Headford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Blarney Castle to Cong?

The distance between Blarney Castle and Cong is 249 km. The road distance is 223.4 km.

How do I travel from Blarney Castle to Cong without a car?

The best way to get from Blarney Castle to Cong without a car is to bus which takes 7h 16m and costs €30 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Blarney Castle to Cong?

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Blarney Castle to Cong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blarney Castle to Cong bus from?

Blarney Castle to Cong bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Anderson's Quay station.

Train or bus from Blarney Castle to Cong?

The best way to get from Blarney Castle to Cong is to bus which takes 7h 16m and costs €30 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Blarney Castle to Cong bus arrive?

Blarney Castle to Cong bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Ceannt Station.

Can I drive from Blarney Castle to Cong?

Yes, the driving distance between Blarney Castle to Cong is 223 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Blarney Castle to Cong.

Where can I stay near Cong?

There are 110+ hotels available in Cong.

Blarney Castle to Cong - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Blarney Castle to Cong by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 251
7h 16m
€31–56
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain 217 / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Claremorristrain Re
8h 45m
€38–58
Drive 223.4 km
1. Drive from Blarney Castle to Congcar 223.4 km
2h 49m
€38–55
Bus via An Cheathrú Rua
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to An Cheathrú Ruabus 424
3. Take the bus from An Cheathrú Rua to Congbus 431
8h 13m

Blarney Castle to Cong by foot and bus

21Weekly Services

7h 16mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249 km
Duration: 7h 16m

What companies run services between Blarney Castle, Ireland and Cong, IE-MO, Ireland?

Citylink operates a bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway Ceannt Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Expressway (Bus Éireann) also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Blarney Castle to Cong via Blarney, Saint Patrick's Street, Summerhill North, Cork, Portlaoise, Portarlington, Claremorris, and Claremorris Station in around 8h 45m.

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