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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Cavan is to bus via Dublin which costs €35 - €60 and takes 6h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Cavan is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Cavan?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Cavan station. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Cavan Bus Station via Dublin Airport Zone 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Cork to Cavan?

The distance between Cork and Cavan is 396 km. The road distance is 283.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Cavan without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 1m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Cork to Cavan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Cavan bus from?

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

Where does the Cork to Cavan bus arrive?

Cork to Cavan bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 10 station.

Can I drive from Cork to Cavan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Cavan is 283 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Cork to Cavan.

Where can I stay near Cavan?

There are 98+ hotels available in Cavan.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cork to Cavan by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Cavan Bus Stationbus 30
5h 1m
€37–59
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Cavan Bus Stationbus 30
6h 48m
€35–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Zone 10bus 707
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 12 to Cavan Bus Stationbus 30
6h
€41–56
Drive 283.2 km
1. Drive from Cork to Cavancar 283.2 km
3h 32m
€48–69
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Kerry Airportbus
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 12 to Cavan Bus Stationbus
6h 20m
€58–108

Cork to Cavan by train, tram, and bus

98Weekly Services

5h 1mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 395.9 km
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Cavan, Ulster, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Cavan Bus Station via Dublin Airport Zone 12 in around 6h.

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