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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Clonmacnoise is to train and bus which costs €21 - €30 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Clonmacnoise is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Clonmacnoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Clonmacnoise. However, there are services departing from Cork Bus Stn and arriving at Clonmacnoise via Limerick Colbert and Cloghan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Clonmacnoise?

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

How far is it from Cork to Clonmacnoise?

The distance between Cork and Clonmacnoise is 227 km. The road distance is 194.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Clonmacnoise without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 27m and costs €21 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Cork to Clonmacnoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Clonmacnoise bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Clonmacnoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Clonmacnoise?

The best way to get from Cork to Clonmacnoise is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €55 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Cork to Clonmacnoise bus arrive?

Cork to Clonmacnoise bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Cork to Clonmacnoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Clonmacnoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Clonmacnoise is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Cork to Clonmacnoise.

Where can I stay near Clonmacnoise?

There are 80+ hotels available in Clonmacnoise.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Thurlestrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Thurles Station to Clonmacnoisebus 850
4h 27m
€22–29
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
5h 5m
€28–41
Drive 194.2 km
1. Drive from Cork to Clonmacnoisecar 194.2 km
2h 24m
€34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cloghanbus 72
6h 3m
€40–55

Cork to Clonmacnoise by train and bus

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4h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 226.9 km
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Cork to Clonmacnoise via Portlaoise, Portarlington, Athlone, and Athlone Stn in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Bus Stn to Clonmacnoise via Limerick Colbert and Cloghan in around 6h 3m.

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