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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Castlebar is to bus which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 50m.

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 5m and costs €40 - €65.

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 Anderson's Quay and arriving at Castlebar via Galway Ceannt Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

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 Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Cork to Castlebar?

The distance between Cork and Castlebar is 286 km. The road distance is 263.7 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 bus which takes 5h 50m and costs €28 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m 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 Citylink, depart from Cork Anderson's Quay 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 bus which takes 5h 50m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Cork to Castlebar bus arrive?

Cork to Castlebar bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Ceannt Station.

Where does the Cork to Castlebar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Castlebar?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Castlebar is 264 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Cork to Castlebar.

Where can I stay near Castlebar?

There are 203+ hotels available in Castlebar.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cork to Castlebar 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 Anderson's Quay to Galway Ceannt Station251 / ...
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Castlebar52 / ...
5h 50m
€29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to PortlaoiseIc / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to CastlebarIc / ...
5h 52m
€33–48
Drive 263.7 km
1. Drive from Cork to Castlebar263.7 km
3h 5m
€45–64
Bus via Cork Bus Station Parnell Place
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station Parnell Place to Galway, Bus Station51
2. Take the bus from Galway, Bus Station to Castlebar Stephen Garvey Way52
7h 15m
€41–57

Cork to Castlebar by bus

77Weekly Buses

5h 50mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 286 km
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Castlebar via Galway Ceannt Station in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cork to Castlebar via Portlaoise and Portarlington in around 5h 52m.

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