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

The cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Cork is to bus which costs €28 - €60 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlebar to Cork is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Castlebar and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlebar to Cork. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Cork Anderson's Quay via Galway Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Castlebar and Cork?

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

How far is it from Castlebar to Cork?

The distance between Castlebar and Cork is 286 km. The road distance is 265.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlebar to Cork without a car is to bus which takes 5h 31m and costs €28 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Castlebar to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Cork bus from?

Castlebar to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Castlebar station.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlebar to Cork?

The best way to get from Castlebar to Cork is to bus which takes 5h 31m and costs €28 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Castlebar to Cork bus arrive?

Castlebar to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Galway Ceannt Station.

Where does the Castlebar to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlebar to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlebar to Cork is 266 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Castlebar to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 301+ hotels available in Cork.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Castlebar to Cork by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 52
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 251
5h 31m
€28–57
Train
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain 208 / ...
6h 10m
€34–49
Drive 265.5 km
1. Drive from Castlebar to Corkcar 265.5 km
3h 5m
€46–66
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Ireland West Airportbus
2. Fly from Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane NOC - ORK
6h 14m
€61–286

Castlebar to Cork by bus

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5h 31mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Castlebar to Cork.

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Distance: 286.2 km
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Castlebar to Cork Anderson's Quay via Galway Ceannt Station and Galway Coach Station in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Castlebar to Cork via Portarlington and Portlaoise in around 6h 10m.

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