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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Bray is to bus which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Bray is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Bray?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Bray. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred St and arriving at Cornerstone Church via D'Olier Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Bray?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Bray. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Bray via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Cork to Bray?

The distance between Cork and Bray is 290 km. The road distance is 265.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Bray without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Cork to Bray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Bray bus from?

Cork to Bray bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Alfred St station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Bray train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Bray?

The best way to get from Cork to Bray is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Cork to Bray bus arrive?

Cork to Bray bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Cork to Bray train arrive?

Cork to Bray train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Cork to Bray?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Bray is 266 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Cork to Bray.

Where can I stay near Bray?

There are 1001+ hotels available in Bray.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Braytrain Ic / ...
3h 42m
€27–38
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Bachelors Walkbus 707
2. Take the bus from D'Olier Street to Cornerstone Churchbus E1
4h 7m
€21–33
Drive 265.9 km
1. Drive from Cork to Braycar 265.9 km
2h 45m
€45–65
Bus via Cork Andersn's Quay
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
5h 27m
€29–39

Cork to Bray by train, tram, and foot

194Weekly Services

3h 42mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.2 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Bray, IE-WW, Ireland?

You can take a train from Cork to Bray via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Alfred St to Cornerstone Church via Bachelors Walk and D'Olier Street in around 4h 7m.

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