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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Kells is to bus via Dublin which costs €30 - €45 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Kells is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Kells?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Kells. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Kells via Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Cork to Kells?

The distance between Cork and Kells is 334 km. The road distance is 261.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Kells without a car is to train and bus via Blanchardstown which takes 4h 23m and costs €35 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Cork to Kells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Kells bus from?

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

Where does the Cork to Kells bus arrive?

Cork to Kells bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 10 station.

Can I drive from Cork to Kells?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Kells is 262 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Cork to Kells.

Where can I stay near Kells?

There are 40+ hotels available in Kells.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Cork to Kells 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 via Blanchardstown
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the bus from Blanchardstown N3 to Kellsbus 109X / ...
4h 23m
€36–48
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Kellsbus 109 / ...
6h 32m
€30–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Zone 10bus 707
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Kellsbus 109A
5h 33m
€31–43
Drive 261.7 km
1. Drive from Cork to Kellscar 261.7 km
3h 25m
€45–64
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
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Kellsbus
5h 53m
€48–95
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Kellsbus 109 / ...
4h 46m
€32–45

Cork to Kells by train and bus

98Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 333.8 km
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Kells, IE-MH, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Kells via Dublin Airport Zone 10 and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 5h 33m.

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