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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Ballinalee is to train and bus which costs €29 - €45 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Ballinalee is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Ballinalee?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Ballinalee. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Ballinalee via Heuston Station, Liffey Valley SC and Longford Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Cork to Ballinalee?

The distance between Cork and Ballinalee is 411 km. The road distance is 253.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Ballinalee without a car is to train which takes 6h 55m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Cork to Ballinalee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Ballinalee bus from?

Cork to Ballinalee bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Alfred Street station.

Train or bus from Cork to Ballinalee?

The best way to get from Cork to Ballinalee is to train which takes 6h 55m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Cork to Ballinalee bus arrive?

Cork to Ballinalee bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Parkgate Street station.

Can I drive from Cork to Ballinalee?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Ballinalee is 254 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Cork to Ballinalee.

Where can I stay near Ballinalee?

There are 76+ hotels available in Ballinalee.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cork to Ballinalee 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 Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the train from Broombridge to Longfordtrain Re / ...
6h 55m
€37–50
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain 217 / ...
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Longford Stationbus 73
7h
€29–43
Drive 253.6 km
1. Drive from Cork to Ballinaleecar 253.6 km
3h 12m
€42–61
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Parkgate Streetbus 707
2. Take the bus from Liffey Valley SC to Longford Stationbus 23 / ...
7h 5m
€42–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Ormonde Roadbus 600
2. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Longford Stationbus 73
8h 48m
€33–48

Cork to Ballinalee by train and bus

30Weekly Services

6h 55mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cork to Ballinalee.

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Distance: 411 km
Duration: 6h 55m

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

You can take a train from Cork to Ballinalee via Dublin Heuston, Heuston Train Stn, Broombridge, Broombridge, Longford, and Longford Station in around 6h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Ballinalee via Parkgate Street, Heuston Station, Liffey Valley SC, and Longford Station in around 7h 5m.

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