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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Athy is to bus which costs €21 - €30 and takes 5h 25m.

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 to Athy. However, there are services departing from Cork Andersn's Quay and arriving at Athy William Street via SETU Cork Road and SETU Carlow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

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 Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

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 19m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m 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 Dublin Coach, depart from Cork Andersn's Quay 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 19m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Waterford, which costs €19 - €40 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Cork to Athy bus arrive?

Cork to Athy bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at SETU Cork Road station.

Where does the Cork to Athy train arrive?

Cork to Athy train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare 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 145+ hotels available in Athy.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Kildaretrain Ic
3h 19m
€22–31
Bus via Waterford
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to SETU Cork Roadbus 600
2. Take the bus from SETU Cork Road to SETU Carlowbus 736 / ...
4h 58m
€20–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 600
2. Take the train from Kilkenny to Athytrain Re / ...
4h 21m
€22–31
Drive 179.7 km
1. Drive from Cork to Athycar 179.7 km
2h 8m
€31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Ormonde Roadbus 600
2. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Athybus 897
5h 25m
€21–30

Cork to Athy by train

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3h 19mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.9 km
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Kildare twice a week. Tickets cost €18–27 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Athy William Street via SETU Cork Road and SETU Carlow in around 4h 58m.

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