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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Athy is to bus and train which costs €21 - €30 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Athy is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork station to Athy. However, there are services departing from Cork Bus Station and arriving at Athy via Waterford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Athy. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Athy via Portlaoise and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Cork to Athy?

The distance between Cork and Athy is 241 km. The road distance is 179.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Athy without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Cork to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Athy bus from?

Cork to Athy bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Cork Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Athy?

The best way to get from Cork to Athy is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Waterford, which costs and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Cork to Athy bus arrive?

Cork to Athy bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Waterford Bus Station.

Where does the Cork to Athy train arrive?

Cork to Athy train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portlaoise station.

Can I drive from Cork to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Athy is 180 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Cork to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 136+ hotels available in Athy.

Cork to Athy - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cork to Athy 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 Portlaoisetrain 217 / ...
3h 57m
€23–33
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 600
2. Take the train from Kilkenny to Athytrain Re
4h 26m
€21–30
Drive 179.7 km
1. Drive from Cork to Athycar 179.7 km
2h 8m
€31–44
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Waterford Bus Stationbus 40
2. Take the bus from Waterford to Athybus 517
4h 48m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Ormonde Roadbus 600
2. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Athybus 897
5h 25m

Cork to Athy by train

59Weekly Trains

3h 57mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.9 km
Duration: 3h 57m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Portlaoise every 3 hours. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Bus Station to Athy via Waterford Bus Station and Waterford in around 4h 48m.

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