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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Granard is to train and bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Granard is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Granard?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Granard. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Granard via Dublin Airport Zone 12 and Cavan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Cork to Granard?

The distance between Cork and Granard is 329 km. The road distance is 255.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Granard without a car is to train and bus via Portarlington which takes 6h 38m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Cork to Granard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Granard bus from?

Cork to Granard bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Cork Alfred Street station.

Train or bus from Cork to Granard?

The best way to get from Cork to Granard is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs €40 - €60 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Cork to Granard bus arrive?

Cork to Granard bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Can I drive from Cork to Granard?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Granard is 255 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Cork to Granard.

Where can I stay near Granard?

There are 69+ hotels available in Granard.

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

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

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

Train, bus via Portarlington
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain 217 / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Athlonetrain Re / ...
3. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Granardbus 466
6h 38m
€32–48
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cork to Thurlestrain 217 / ...
2. Take the bus from Thurles Station to Athlone Stationbus 850
3. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Granardbus 466
7h 19m
€31–45
Drive 255.3 km
1. Drive from Cork to Granardcar 255.3 km
3h 9m
€44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Longfordtrain Re / ...
7h 8m
€40–57
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2bus 704x
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 12 to Cavan Bus Stationbus 30
7h 32m
€43–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Henry Streetbus 251
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Kilmartin Centrebus
3. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Granardbus 466
8h 27m
€40–61

Cork to Granard by train and bus

42Weekly Services

6h 38mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 328.9 km
Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a train from Cork to Granard via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, Dublin Connolly, Longford, and Longford Station in around 7h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Granard via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Dublin Airport Zone 12, and Cavan Bus Station in around 7h 32m.

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