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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Ballaghaderreen is to bus via Limerick which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Ballaghaderreen is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Ballaghaderreen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Ballaghaderreen. However, there are services departing from Cork Andersn's Quay and arriving at Ballaghaderreen via Galway Ceannt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Ballaghaderreen?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Ballaghaderreen. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Castlerea via Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Cork to Ballaghaderreen?

The distance between Cork and Ballaghaderreen is 302 km. The road distance is 262.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Ballaghaderreen without a car is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs €35 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Cork to Ballaghaderreen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Ballaghaderreen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Ballaghaderreen train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Ballaghaderreen?

The best way to get from Cork to Ballaghaderreen is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Cork to Ballaghaderreen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cork to Ballaghaderreen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Ballaghaderreen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Ballaghaderreen is 263 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Cork to Ballaghaderreen.

Where can I stay near Ballaghaderreen?

There are 68+ hotels available in Ballaghaderreen.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceanntbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Ballaghaderreenbus 429
6h 15m
€39–60
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Castlereatrain 804 / ...
6h 25m
€40–58
Drive 262.8 km
1. Drive from Cork to Ballaghaderreencar 262.8 km
3h 9m
€45–65
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Henry Streetbus 251
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Galway Ceanntbus 251
3. Take the bus from Galway Cathdrl to Ballaghaderreenbus
7h 10m
€39–56

Cork to Ballaghaderreen by bus

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Distance: 302.4 km
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Ballaghaderreen via Galway Ceannt in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cork to Ballaghaderreen via Portlaoise, Portarlington, Castlerea, and Castlerea Stn in around 6h 25m.

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