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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Dalkey is to bus via Cork Anderson's Quay which costs €28 - €40 and takes 5h 49m.

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 46m and costs €40 - €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 Street and arriving at Dalkey Village via D'Olier Street and Dun Laoghaire Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

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 25m.

How far is it from Cork to Dalkey?

The distance between Cork and Dalkey is 281 km. The road distance is 262.3 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 25m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m 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 Aircoach, depart from Cork Alfred Street 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, bus or fly from Cork to Dalkey?

The best way to get from Cork to Dalkey is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 29m, you could also fly, which costs €70 - €200 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Cork to Dalkey bus arrive?

Cork to Dalkey bus services, operated by Aircoach, 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 46m to drive from Cork to Dalkey.

Where can I stay near Dalkey?

There are 998+ hotels available in Dalkey.

Cork to Dalkey - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cork to Dalkey by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heuston205 / ...
3h 25m
€26–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Bachelors Walk704x
2. Take the bus from D'Olier Street to Dun Laoghaire StnE2
4h 29m
€25–36
Drive 262.3 km
1. Drive from Cork to Dalkey262.3 km
2h 46m
€44–64
Fly from Cork Airport
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)ORK - DUB
6h 8m
€72–198
Bus via Cork Anderson's Quay
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Bachelors Walk600
5h 49m
€28–36
Bus to Kerry Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Kerry Airport
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)KIR - DUB
5h 18m
€48–120

Cork to Dalkey by train, tram, and foot

98Weekly Services

3h 25mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 281.5 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dalkey Village via Bachelors Walk, D'Olier Street, and Dun Laoghaire Stn in around 4h 29m.

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