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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Howth is to bus via Cork Anderson's Quay which costs €25 - €35 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Howth is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Howth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Howth. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Main Street Howth via Abbey Street Lower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Cork to Howth?

The distance between Cork and Howth is 283 km. The road distance is 265 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Howth without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 43m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Cork to Howth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Howth bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cork to Howth?

The best way to get from Cork to Howth is to bus which takes 4h 7m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €65 - €200 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Cork to Howth bus arrive?

Cork to Howth bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Can I drive from Cork to Howth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Howth is 265 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Cork to Howth.

Where can I stay near Howth?

There are 981+ hotels available in Howth.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Cork to Howth 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the bus from Busáras to Main Street Howthbus 6 / ...
3h 43m
€27–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Bachelors Walkbus 704x
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street Lower to Main Street Howthbus 6 / ...
4h 7m
€22–33
Drive 265 km
1. Drive from Cork to Howthcar 265 km
2h 56m
€44–64
Fly from Cork Airport
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
5h 54m
€69–200
Bus via Cork Anderson's Quay
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
5h 27m
€25–33
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
5h 5m
€50–122

Cork to Howth by train, tram, and bus

98Weekly Services

3h 43mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 283 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Main Street Howth via Bachelors Walk and Abbey Street Lower in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, Ryanair and Aer Lingus fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB) 5 times a day.

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