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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Donabate is to bus which costs €25 - €35 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Donabate is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Donabate?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Donabate. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Main Street via Dublin Airport Zone 15 and Swords Pavilions. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Donabate?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Donabate. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Donabate via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Cork to Donabate?

The distance between Cork and Donabate is 287 km. The road distance is 271.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Donabate without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Cork to Donabate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Donabate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Donabate train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cork to Donabate?

The best way to get from Cork to Donabate is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €40 and takes 4h 35m, you could also fly, which costs €60 - €220 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Cork to Donabate bus arrive?

Cork to Donabate bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 10 station.

Where does the Cork to Donabate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Donabate?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Donabate is 271 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Cork to Donabate.

Where can I stay near Donabate?

There are 1014+ hotels available in Donabate.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Cork to Donabate 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 Heustontrain 205 / ...
3h 51m
€27–38
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2bus 704x
4h 35m
€26–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Zone 10bus 707
4h 35m
€29–37
Drive 271.4 km
1. Drive from Cork to Donabatecar 271.4 km
2h 47m
€47–68
Fly from Cork Airport
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
5h 30m
€60–212
Bus to Kerry Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Kerry Airportbus
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
4h 55m
€47–104

Cork to Donabate by train and tram

98Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cork to Donabate.

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Distance: 286.6 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Donabate, 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, Citylink operates a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Zone 10 every 2 hours. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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