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

The cheapest way to get from Cobh to Castlebar is to bus which costs €28 - €45 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cobh to Castlebar is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cobh and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct bus from Cobh to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Spy Hill and arriving at Castlebar via Cork Anderson's Quay and Galway Ceannt Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Cobh and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct train from Cobh to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Cobh and arriving at Castlebar via Cork and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Cobh to Castlebar?

The distance between Cobh and Castlebar is 395 km. The road distance is 284.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cobh to Castlebar without a car is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Cobh to Castlebar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Castlebar bus from?

Cobh to Castlebar bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Anderson's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Castlebar train from?

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

Train or bus from Cobh to Castlebar?

The best way to get from Cobh to Castlebar is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Cobh to Castlebar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cobh to Castlebar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cobh to Castlebar?

Yes, the driving distance between Cobh to Castlebar is 284 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Cobh to Castlebar.

Where can I stay near Castlebar?

There are 202+ hotels available in Castlebar.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cobh to Castlebar 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 PortarlingtonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to CastlebarIc / ...
6h 47m
€35–51
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway Ceannt Station251 / ...
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Castlebar52 / ...
6h 59m
€29–42
Drive 284.1 km
1. Drive from Cobh to Castlebar284.1 km
3h 24m
€49–70
Bus via Cork Bus Station Parnell Place
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station Parnell Place to Galway, Bus Station51
2. Take the bus from Galway, Bus Station to Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way52
8h 49m
€41–57

Cobh to Castlebar by train

5Weekly Trains

6h 47mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 395.3 km
Duration: 6h 47m

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

You can take a train from Cobh to Castlebar via Cork and Portarlington in around 6h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Spy Hill to Castlebar via Cork Saint Patrick's Quay, Cork Anderson's Quay, and Galway Ceannt Station in around 6h 59m.

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