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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Dublin is to bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Dublin is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Parkgate Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cork and arriving at Dublin Heuston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Cork to Dublin?

The distance between Cork and Dublin is 265 km. The road distance is 249.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €22 - €35.

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

The train from Cork to Dublin Heuston takes 2h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cork to Dublin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Dublin train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Dublin?

The best way to get from Cork to Dublin is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Cork to Dublin bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cork to Dublin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Dublin is 250 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Cork to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1196+ hotels available in Dublin.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cork to Dublin 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 / ...
2h 28m
€22–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Parkgate Streetbus 707
2h 50m
€19–35
Drive 249.9 km
1. Drive from Cork to Dublincar 249.9 km
2h 36m
€42–61
Bus, 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 14m
€41–94

Cork to Dublin by train

98Weekly Trains

2h 28mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 265.3 km
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Dublin, 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 Parkgate Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost €22–30 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.

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