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

The cheapest way to get from Cobh to Howth is to bus via Cork Anderson's Quay which costs €25 - €35 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cobh to Howth is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cobh and Howth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cobh to Howth. However, there are services departing from Spy Hill and arriving at Main Street Howth via Cork Alfred Street and Abbey Street Lower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Cobh to Howth?

The distance between Cobh and Howth is 301 km. The road distance is 271.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cobh to Howth without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Cobh to Howth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Howth bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cobh to Howth?

The best way to get from Cobh to Howth is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 7m, you could also fly, which costs €65 - €200 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Cobh to Howth bus arrive?

Cobh to Howth bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Can I drive from Cobh to Howth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cobh to Howth is 271 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Cobh to Howth.

Where can I stay near Howth?

There are 1001+ hotels available in Howth.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cobh to Howth 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 / ...
4h 59m
€29–44
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Bachelors Walkbus 704x
5h 7m
€22–33
Drive 271.4 km
1. Drive from Cobh to Howthcar 271.4 km
3h 9m
€45–65
Fly
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
6h 46m
€69–196
Bus via Cork Anderson's Quay
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
7h
€25–33

Cobh to Howth by train, tram, and bus

98Weekly Services

4h 59mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 301.2 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Cobh, Ireland and Howth, 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, Aircoach operates a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Bachelors Walk hourly. Tickets cost €19–26 and the journey takes 3h. Citylink also services this route every 2 hours.

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