What is the cheapest way to get from Cork to County Kildare?

The cheapest way to get from Cork to County Kildare is to train which costs €20 - €30 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cork to County Kildare?

The fastest way to get from Cork to County Kildare is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and County Kildare?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to County Kildare. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Lidl RDC via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and County Kildare?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to County Kildare. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Newbridge via Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Cork to County Kildare?

The distance between Cork and County Kildare is 225 km. The road distance is 210.5 km.

How do I travel from Cork to County Kildare without a car?

The best way to get from Cork to County Kildare without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs €20 - €30.

How long does it take to get from Cork to County Kildare?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Cork to County Kildare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to County Kildare bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to County Kildare train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to County Kildare?

The best way to get from Cork to County Kildare is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs €20 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €35 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Cork to County Kildare bus arrive?

Cork to County Kildare bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Parkgate Street station.

Where does the Cork to County Kildare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to County Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to County Kildare is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Cork to County Kildare.

Where can I stay near County Kildare?

There are 178+ hotels available in County Kildare.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain 217 / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Newbridgetrain 200 / ...
2h 51m
€20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Parkgate Streetbus 707
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Lidl RDCbus 126 / ...
4h 7m
€25–33
Drive 210.5 km
1. Drive from Cork to County Kildarecar 210.5 km
2h 9m
€36–51
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Waterford Bus Stationbus 40
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Kilcullenbus Gd02
5h
€24–41

Cork to County Kildare by train

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2h 51mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cork to County Kildare.

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Distance: 224.6 km
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and County Kildare, Ireland?

You can take a train from Cork to Newbridge via Portlaoise in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Lidl RDC via Parkgate Street and Heuston Station in around 4h 7m.

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