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

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Cork is to train and ferry and bus which costs €100 - €150 and takes 13h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Cork is to train and fly which takes 6h 18m and costs €90 - €250.

How far is it from Bridgend to Cork?

The distance between Bridgend and Cork is 517 km.

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

The best way to get from Bridgend to Cork without a car is to train and ferry and bus via Waterford which takes 11h 21m and costs €100 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Bridgend to Cork, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 283+ hotels available in Cork.

Bridgend to Cork - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Bridgend to Cork by train, plane, ferry, bus, car, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Cork Airport
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Cork Airport (ORK)BRS - ORK
6h 18m
€91–243
Fly Cardiff Airport to Dublin Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Dublin Airport (DUB)CWL - DUB
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Cork
8h 8m
€66–310
Train, ferry, bus via Waterford
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Fishguard Harbour
2. Take the ferry from Fishguard Harbour to Rosslare Harbour0
3. Take the bus from Rosslare Europort to Waterford Bus Station40 / ...
4. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Cork Anderson's Quay600
11h 21m
€105–182
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Bridgend to Holyhead
2. Take the car ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Terminal 1
3. Drive from Dublin Terminal 1 to Cork
10h 21m
€133–191
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Cork Airport
1. Take the train from Bridgend to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cork Airport (ORK)LHR - ORK
6h 54m
€138–412
Train, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Cork Airport
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Bristol Parkway
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Street
3. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Cork Airport (ORK)BHX - ORK
7h 14m
€88–309
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cork Airport
1. Take the train from Bridgend to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cork Airport (ORK)STN - ORK
7h 56m
€113–371
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Cork Airport
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Wilmslow
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cork Airport (ORK)MAN - ORK
8h 42m
€113–261
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Dublin Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Dublin Airport (DUB)BRS - DUB
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Cork
9h 10m
€92–252
Train, ferry, bus
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Fishguard Harbour
2. Take the ferry from Fishguard to Rosslare Harbour
3. Take the bus from Rosslare Harbour to Cork Bus Station Parnell Place40
12h 21m
€108–171
Train, ferry, bus #2
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Pembroke Dock
2. Take the ferry from Pembroke Dock to Rosslare Harbour
3. Take the bus from Rosslare Harbour to Cork Bus Station Parnell Place40
13h 25m
€108–146

Bridgend to Cork by train, foot, ferry, and bus

13Weekly Services

11h 21mAverage Duration

€105Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bridgend to Cork.

Launch map view

Distance: 516.9 km
Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Bridgend, Wales and Cork, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Bridgend to Cork. However, you can take the train to Cardiff Central, take the train to Bristol Temple Meads, walk to Bristol Temple Meads, take the shuttle to Bristol Airport, walk to Bristol Airport (BRS) airport, fly to Cork Airport (ORK), walk to Cork Airport, then take the line 225 bus to Eglinton Street. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bridgend to Cork Anderson's Quay via Fishguard Harbour, Fishguard Harbour, Rosslare Harbour, Rosslare Europort, and Waterford Bus Station in around 11h 21m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around Ireland

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.