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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Howth is to bus which costs €25 - €35 and takes 4h 7m.

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 €45 - €70.

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 St and arriving at Main Street Howth via Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Howth?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Howth. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Howth via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Cork to Howth?

The distance between Cork and Howth is 282 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 which takes 3h 29m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m 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 Citylink, depart from Cork Alfred St station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Howth train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Howth?

The best way to get from Cork to Howth is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €35 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Cork to Howth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cork to Howth train arrive?

Cork to Howth train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston 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 1115+ hotels available in Howth.

Cork to Howth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 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
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
3h 29m
€26–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Bachelors Walkbus 707
4h 7m
€25–33
Drive 265 km
1. Drive from Cork to Howthcar 265 km
2h 56m
€46–66
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cork to Killarneytrain
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
5h 42m
€46–103
Bus via Abbey St Lower
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
5h 24m
€30–39

Cork to Howth by train, tram, and foot

289Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281.8 km
Duration: 3h 29m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Dublin Heuston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, Citylink operates a bus from Cork Alfred St to Bachelors Walk every 2 hours. Tickets cost €22–30 and the journey takes 3h.

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