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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Cork is to train which costs €24 - €40 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Cork. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Cork Anderson's Quay via Waterford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Cork. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Cork via Kildare and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Carlow to Cork?

The distance between Carlow and Cork is 199 km. The road distance is 175.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Cork without a car is to bus which takes 3h 28m and costs €21 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Carlow to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Cork bus from?

Carlow to Cork bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Carlow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Cork?

The best way to get from Carlow to Cork is to bus which takes 3h 28m and costs €21 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Carlow to Cork bus arrive?

Carlow to Cork bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Waterford Bus Station.

Where does the Carlow to Cork train arrive?

Carlow to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Cork is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Carlow to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 281+ hotels available in Cork.

Carlow to Cork - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Cork 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 Carlow Bus Station to Waterford Bus Stationbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
3h 28m
€22–45
Train
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain 208 / ...
4h 22m
€25–36
Drive 175.6 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Corkcar 175.6 km
2h 10m
€30–43
Bus via Jameson Distillery
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Waterford Bus Stationbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Jameson Distillerybus 40
4h 52m
€31–51

Carlow to Cork by bus

152Weekly Buses

3h 28mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 199.2 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Cork Anderson's Quay via Waterford Bus Station in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlow to Cork via Kildare and Portlaoise in around 4h 22m.

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