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

The cheapest way to get from Cobh to Dundalk is to bus via Dublin which costs €30 - €40 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cobh to Dundalk is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Cobh and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Cobh to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Spy Hill and arriving at Stapleton Place via Cork Alfred Street and Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Cobh and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Cobh to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Cobh and arriving at Dundalk via Cork, Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Cobh to Dundalk?

The distance between Cobh and Dundalk is 374 km. The road distance is 326 km.

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

The best way to get from Cobh to Dundalk without a car is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Cobh to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Dundalk bus from?

Cobh to Dundalk bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Cork Alfred Street station.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Dundalk train from?

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

Train or bus from Cobh to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Cobh to Dundalk is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Cobh to Dundalk bus arrive?

Cobh to Dundalk bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 station.

Where does the Cobh to Dundalk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cobh to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Cobh to Dundalk is 326 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Cobh to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 247+ hotels available in Dundalk.

Cobh to Dundalk - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cobh to Dundalk by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain Ic / ...
5h 33m
€38–59
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Cumberland Street North to Marshes Shopping Centrebus 900 / ...
7h 50m
€31–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20bus 704x
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Placebus 100X
6h 26m
€35–48
Drive 326 km
1. Drive from Cobh to Dundalkcar 326 km
3h 47m
€55–79
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Placebus
7h 17m
€72–221

Cobh to Dundalk by train, tram, and foot

98Weekly Services

5h 33mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 373.7 km
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a train from Cobh to Dundalk via Cork, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Spy Hill to Stapleton Place via Cork Saint Patrick's Quay, Cork Alfred Street, Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20, and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 6h 26m.

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