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

The cheapest way to get from Cobh to Bray is to bus via Cork Anderson's Quay which costs €24 - €35 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cobh to Bray is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cobh and Bray?

No, there is no direct bus from Cobh to Bray. However, there are services departing from Spy Hill and arriving at Cornerstone Church via Cork Alfred Street and D'Olier Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Cobh and Bray?

No, there is no direct train from Cobh to Bray. However, there are services departing from Cobh and arriving at Bray via Cork, Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Cobh to Bray?

The distance between Cobh and Bray is 308 km. The road distance is 263.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cobh to Bray without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs €29 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Cobh to Bray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Bray bus from?

Cobh to Bray bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Alfred Street station.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Bray train from?

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

Train or bus from Cobh to Bray?

The best way to get from Cobh to Bray is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs €29 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €35 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Cobh to Bray bus arrive?

Cobh to Bray bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Cobh to Bray train arrive?

Cobh to Bray train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Cobh to Bray?

Yes, the driving distance between Cobh to Bray is 264 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Cobh to Bray.

Where can I stay near Bray?

There are 989+ hotels available in Bray.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cobh to Bray 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 Cork to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
4h 58m
€29–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Bachelors Walkbus 707
2. Take the bus from D'Olier Street to Cornerstone Churchbus E1
5h 43m
€24–33
Drive 263.6 km
1. Drive from Cobh to Braycar 263.6 km
3h 6m
€44–64
Bus via Cork Anderson's Quay
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
7h 3m
€24–33

Cobh to Bray by train, tram, and foot

98Weekly Services

4h 58mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 308.4 km
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Cobh, Ireland and Bray, IE-WW, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Spy Hill to Cornerstone Church via Cork Saint Patrick's Quay, Cork Alfred Street, Bachelors Walk, and D'Olier Street in around 5h 43m.

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