What is the cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Cobh?

The cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Cobh is to bus via Galway which costs €28 - €45 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Castlebar to Cobh?

The fastest way to get from Castlebar to Cobh is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Castlebar and Cobh?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlebar to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Spy Hill via Galway Coach Station and Cork Saint Patrick's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Castlebar and Cobh?

No, there is no direct train from Castlebar to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Cobh via Portarlington and Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Castlebar to Cobh?

The distance between Castlebar and Cobh is 395 km. The road distance is 285.3 km.

How do I travel from Castlebar to Cobh without a car?

The best way to get from Castlebar to Cobh without a car is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs €35 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Castlebar to Cobh?

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Castlebar to Cobh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Cobh bus from?

Castlebar to Cobh bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Castlebar station.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Cobh train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlebar to Cobh?

The best way to get from Castlebar to Cobh is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus via Galway, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Castlebar to Cobh bus arrive?

Castlebar to Cobh bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Galway Ceannt Station.

Where does the Castlebar to Cobh train arrive?

Castlebar to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Castlebar to Cobh?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlebar to Cobh is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Castlebar to Cobh.

Where can I stay near Cobh?

There are 303+ hotels available in Cobh.

Castlebar to Cobh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Castlebar to Cobh 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
best
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Portarlington803 / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to CorkIc
6h 10m
€36–52
Bus via Galway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Galway Ceannt Station52 / ...
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork Anderson's Quay251 / ...
6h 28m
€28–42
Drive 285.3 km
1. Drive from Castlebar to Cobh285.3 km
3h 23m
€49–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way to Galway, Bus Station52
2. Take the bus from Galway, Bus Station to Cork Bus Station Parnell Place51
8h 13m
€41–57

Castlebar to Cobh by train

7Weekly Trains

6h 10mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 395.4 km
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Castlebar, Ireland and Cobh, Ireland?

You can take a train from Castlebar to Cobh via Portarlington and Cork in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlebar to Spy Hill via Galway Ceannt Station, Galway Coach Station, Cork Anderson's Quay, and Cork Saint Patrick's Quay in around 6h 28m.

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