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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Athenry is to train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Athenry is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Athenry?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Athenry. However, there are services departing from Cork Andersn's Quay and arriving at Galway Ceannt via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Athenry?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Athenry. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Athenry via Limerick Junction and Limerick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Cork to Athenry?

The distance between Cork and Athenry is 217 km. The road distance is 187.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Athenry without a car is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs €21 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Cork to Athenry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Athenry bus from?

Cork to Athenry bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Andersn's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Athenry train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Athenry?

The best way to get from Cork to Athenry is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs €21 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Cork to Athenry bus arrive?

Cork to Athenry bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Ceannt station.

Where does the Cork to Athenry train arrive?

Cork to Athenry train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick Junction station.

Can I drive from Cork to Athenry?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Athenry is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Cork to Athenry.

Where can I stay near Athenry?

There are 469+ hotels available in Athenry.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Cork to Athenry by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceanntbus 251
3h 45m
€22–37
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Limerick to Athenrytrain Ic / ...
4h 15m
€22–31
Drive 187.5 km
1. Drive from Cork to Athenrycar 187.5 km
2h 12m
€32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the train from Limerick to Athenrytrain Ic / ...
4h 18m
€26–36

Cork to Athenry by bus and train

140Weekly Services

3h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216.7 km
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Athenry, Ireland?

Citylink operates a bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceannt every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Expressway (Bus Éireann) also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cork to Athenry via Limerick Junction and Limerick in around 4h 15m.

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