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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Clara is to train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Clara is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Clara?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Clara. However, there are services departing from Cork Andersn's Quay and arriving at Clara via Ormonde Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Clara?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Clara. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Clara via Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Cork to Clara?

The distance between Cork and Clara is 236 km. The road distance is 196.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Clara without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Cork to Clara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Clara bus from?

Cork to Clara bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Cork Andersn's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Clara train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Clara?

The best way to get from Cork to Clara is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Cork to Clara bus arrive?

Cork to Clara bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Ormonde Road station.

Where does the Cork to Clara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Clara?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Clara is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Cork to Clara.

Where can I stay near Clara?

There are 86+ hotels available in Clara.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Claratrain Ic / ...
3h 58m
€22–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Ormonde Roadbus 600
2. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Clarabus 73
6h 10m
€38–52
Drive 196.5 km
1. Drive from Cork to Claracar 196.5 km
2h 35m
€34–48
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Parkgate Stbus 707
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Tullamore Hosplbus 845 / ...
6h 31m
€33–46

Cork to Clara by train

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3h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 235.7 km
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Clara, IE-OY, Ireland?

You can take a train from Cork to Clara via Portlaoise and Portarlington in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Clara via Ormonde Road in around 6h 10m.

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