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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Dalkey is to bus which costs €26 - €35 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Dalkey is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Dalkey?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Dalkey. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred St and arriving at Dalkey Village via O'Connell Br and Dun Laoghaire SC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Dalkey?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Dalkey. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Dalkey via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Cork to Dalkey?

The distance between Cork and Dalkey is 281 km. The road distance is 262.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Dalkey without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Cork to Dalkey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Dalkey bus from?

Cork to Dalkey bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Alfred St station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Dalkey train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Dalkey?

The best way to get from Cork to Dalkey is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €35 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Cork to Dalkey bus arrive?

Cork to Dalkey bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Cork to Dalkey train arrive?

Cork to Dalkey train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Cork to Dalkey?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Dalkey is 262 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Cork to Dalkey.

Where can I stay near Dalkey?

There are 1149+ hotels available in Dalkey.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
3h 24m
€26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Bachelors Walkbus 707
4h 26m
€26–35
Drive 262.5 km
1. Drive from Cork to Dalkeycar 262.5 km
2h 47m
€46–66
Bus via Cork Andersn's Quay
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
5h 46m
€31–41

Cork to Dalkey by train, tram, and foot

196Weekly Services

3h 24mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281.4 km
Duration: 3h 24m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 32m. Alternatively, Citylink operates a bus from Cork Alfred St to Bachelors Walk every 2 hours. Tickets cost €22–30 and the journey takes 3h.

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