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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Ballybunion is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Ballybunion is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Ballybunion?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork station to Ballybunion. However, there are services departing from Cork Bus Station and arriving at Ballybunnion via Tralee Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Cork to Ballybunion?

The distance between Cork and Ballybunion is 164 km. The road distance is 125.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Ballybunion without a car is to bus which takes 4h 12m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Cork to Ballybunion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Ballybunion bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Ballybunion?

The best way to get from Cork to Ballybunion is to bus which takes 4h 12m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Cork to Ballybunion bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Ballybunion?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Ballybunion is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Cork to Ballybunion.

Where can I stay near Ballybunion?

There are 125+ hotels available in Ballybunion.

Cork to Ballybunion - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cork to Ballybunion by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Tralee Bus Stationbus 40
2. Take the bus from Tralee Bus Station to Ballybunnionbus 272
4h 12m
€21–35
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Traleetrain Ic
4h 50m
€21–40
Drive 125.5 km
1. Drive from Cork to Ballybunioncar 125.5 km
1h 56m
€22–31

Cork to Ballybunion by bus

56Weekly Buses

4h 12mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cork to Ballybunion.

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Distance: 163.8 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Cork Bus Station to Ballybunnion via Tralee Bus Station in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Tralee 3 times a day. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 2h 3m.

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