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

The cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Cork is to bus via Galway which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 30m.

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 - €65.

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 30m.

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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Castlebar to Cork?

The distance between Castlebar and Cork is 377 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 train which takes 5h 21m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m 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 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 train which takes 5h 21m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus via Galway, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Castlebar to Cork bus arrive?

Castlebar to Cork bus services, operated by 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 279+ hotels available in Cork.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Castlebar to Cork 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
5h 21m
€33–47
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 / ...
5h 30m
€28–42
Drive 265.5 km
1. Drive from Castlebar to Cork265.5 km
3h 5m
€45–66
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
7h 15m
€41–57

Castlebar to Cork by train

7Weekly Trains

5h 21mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 377.1 km
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a train from Castlebar to Cork via Portarlington in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlebar to Cork Anderson's Quay via Galway Ceannt Station and Galway Coach Station in around 5h 30m.

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