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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Castlebar is to train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Castlebar is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Cork Bus Stn and arriving at Castlebar via ATU Galway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Castlebar?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Castlebar. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Castlebar via Portarlington and Athlone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Cork to Castlebar?

The distance between Cork and Castlebar is 377 km. The road distance is 263.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Castlebar without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Cork to Castlebar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Castlebar bus from?

Cork to Castlebar bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Cork Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Castlebar train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Castlebar?

The best way to get from Cork to Castlebar is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Cork to Castlebar bus arrive?

Cork to Castlebar bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at ATU Galway station.

Where does the Cork to Castlebar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Castlebar?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Castlebar is 263 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Cork to Castlebar.

Where can I stay near Castlebar?

There are 235+ hotels available in Castlebar.

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There are 3 ways to get from Cork to Castlebar by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Cork to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Athlone to Castlebartrain Re / ...
5h 52m
€33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to ATU Galwaybus 51
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Castlebarbus 430
6h 48m
€37–51
Drive 263.1 km
1. Drive from Cork to Castlebarcar 263.1 km
3h 6m
€46–66

Cork to Castlebar by train

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Distance: 377.1 km
Duration: 5h 52m

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

You can take a train from Cork to Castlebar via Portarlington and Athlone in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Bus Stn to Castlebar via ATU Galway in around 6h 48m.

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