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

The cheapest way to get from Clara to Cork is to bus and train which costs €21 - €35 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Clara to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Clara and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Clara to Cork. However, there are services departing from Clara and arriving at Cork Anderson's Quay via Kilkenny MacDonagh Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Clara and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Clara to Cork. However, there are services departing from Clara and arriving at Cork via Portarlington and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Clara to Cork?

The distance between Clara and Cork is 236 km. The road distance is 197.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Clara to Cork without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Clara to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clara to Cork bus from?

Clara to Cork bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Clara station.

Where do I catch the Clara to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Clara to Cork?

The best way to get from Clara to Cork is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €40 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Clara to Cork bus arrive?

Clara to Cork bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station.

Where does the Clara to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Clara to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Clara to Cork is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Clara to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 279+ hotels available in Cork.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Clara 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 Clara to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain 208 / ...
4h 12m
€22–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cloghan to Thurles Stationbus 850
2. Take the train from Thurles to Corktrain 208 / ...
5h 37m
€22–33
Drive 197.3 km
1. Drive from Clara to Corkcar 197.3 km
2h 35m
€33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Clara to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 73
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
5h 57m
€28–39

Clara to Cork by train

60Weekly Trains

4h 12mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.7 km
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Clara, IE-OY, Ireland and Cork, Ireland?

You can take a train from Clara to Cork via Portarlington and Portlaoise in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clara to Cork Anderson's Quay via Kilkenny MacDonagh Station in around 5h 57m.

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