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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Cong is to train which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Cong is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Cong?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Cong. However, there are services departing from Cork Andersn's Quay and arriving at Cong via Galway Ceannt and Headford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Cong?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Cong. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Claremorris via Portlaoise, Portarlington and Athlone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Cork to Cong?

The distance between Cork and Cong is 238 km. The road distance is 227.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Cong without a car is to bus which takes 5h 59m and costs €40 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Cork to Cong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Cong bus from?

Cork to Cong bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Andersn's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Cong train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Cong?

The best way to get from Cork to Cong is to bus which takes 5h 59m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Cork to Cong bus arrive?

Cork to Cong bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Ceannt station.

Where does the Cork to Cong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Cong?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Cong is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Cork to Cong.

Where can I stay near Cong?

There are 128+ hotels available in Cong.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceanntbus 251
5h 59m
€42–64
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Athlone to Claremorristrain 810 / ...
7h 14m
€33–50
Drive 227.1 km
1. Drive from Cork to Congcar 227.1 km
2h 48m
€39–57
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Henry Streetbus 251
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Galway Ceanntbus 251
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to An Cheathrú Ruabus 424
4. Take the bus from An Cheathrú Rua to Congbus 431
7h 55m
€40–57

Cork to Cong by bus

21Weekly Buses

5h 59mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 237.6 km
Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Cong, IE-MO, Ireland?

Citylink operates a bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceannt every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Expressway (Bus Éireann) also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cork to Cong via Portlaoise, Portarlington, Athlone, Claremorris, and Claremorris Stn in around 7h 14m.

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