What is the cheapest way to get from Bray to Fota Island?

The cheapest way to get from Bray to Fota Island is to bus which costs €25 - €40 and takes 5h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bray to Fota Island?

The fastest way to get from Bray to Fota Island is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Bray and Fota Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Bray to Fota Island. However, there are services departing from Cornerstone Church and arriving at IDA Carrigtwohill via Aston Quay and Cork Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Bray and Fota Island?

No, there is no direct train from Bray to Fota Island. However, there are services departing from Bray and arriving at Glounthane via Abbey Street, Dublin Heuston and Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Bray to Fota Island?

The distance between Bray and Fota Island is 299 km. The road distance is 257.5 km.

How do I travel from Bray to Fota Island without a car?

The best way to get from Bray to Fota Island without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs €28 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Bray to Fota Island?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Bray to Fota Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bray to Fota Island bus from?

Bray to Fota Island bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, depart from Cornerstone Church station.

Where do I catch the Bray to Fota Island train from?

Bray to Fota Island train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Heuston station.

Train, bus or fly from Bray to Fota Island?

The best way to get from Bray to Fota Island is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs €28 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 5h 12m, you could also fly, which costs €80 - €210 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Bray to Fota Island bus arrive?

Bray to Fota Island bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, arrive at Westmoreland Street station.

Where does the Bray to Fota Island train arrive?

Bray to Fota Island train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.

Can I drive from Bray to Fota Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Bray to Fota Island is 257 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Bray to Fota Island.

Where can I stay near Fota Island?

There are 282+ hotels available in Fota Island.

Bray to Fota Island - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Bray to Fota Island 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 Dublin Heuston to CorkIc
4h 48m
€28–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cornerstone Church to Westmoreland StreetE1
2. Take the bus from Aston Quay to Cork Alfred Street704x
5h 12m
€26–40
Drive 257.5 km
1. Drive from Bray to Fota Island257.5 km
3h 1m
€43–63
Fly
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cork Airport (ORK)DUB - ORK
6h 42m
€84–207
Bus via Burgh Quay
1. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Cork Anderson's Quay600
7h 4m
€29–40

Bray to Fota Island by train, foot, and tram

101Weekly Services

4h 48mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 299.3 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Bray, IE-WW, Ireland and Fota Island, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Cork hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cornerstone Church to IDA Carrigtwohill via Westmoreland Street, Aston Quay, Cork Alfred Street, and Cork Bus Station in around 5h 12m.

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