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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Holyhead is to train and ferry which costs £55 - £75 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Holyhead is to drive and car ferry which takes 6h 11m and costs £75 - £95.

How far is it from Cork to Holyhead?

The distance between Cork and Holyhead is 226 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Holyhead without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 7h 54m and costs £50 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Cork to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 905+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Cork to Holyhead - 5 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, bus, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Cork to Holyhead by car, car ferry, bus, ferry, or train

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

Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Cork to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
6h 11m
£75–93
Bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Bachelors Walk704x
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
7h 54m
£54–75
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
7h 32m
£56–74
Train, ferry via Holyhead Ferry
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
7h 42m
£76–109
Bus, ferry via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Parkgate Street707
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
8h
£75–108

Cork to Holyhead by bus, foot, and ferry

21Weekly Services

7h 54mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cork to Holyhead.

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Distance: 224.2 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Holyhead, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Cork to Holyhead. However, you can drive to Dublin Terminal 1 then take the car ferry to Holyhead. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Holyhead via Bachelors Walk, Eden Quay, Castleforbes Road, and Dublin Ferryport B+I in around 7h 54m.

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