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 €22 - €35 and takes 4h 7m.

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 - €50.

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 via SETU Cork Road and Carlow Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

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 22m.

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 22m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m 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 22m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 5h 9m.

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 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 144+ hotels available in Athy.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
3h 22m
€23–33
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 600
2. Take the train from Kilkenny to Athytrain Re / ...
4h 7m
€22–31
Drive 179.7 km
1. Drive from Cork to Athycar 179.7 km
2h 8m
€32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to SETU Cork Roadbus 600
2. Take the bus from SETU Cork Road to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736 / ...
5h 9m
€22–38

Cork to Athy by train

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3h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 240.9 km
Duration: 3h 22m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Portlaoise hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Athy via SETU Cork Road and Carlow Bus Stn in around 5h 9m.

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