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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Kilcoole is to bus which costs €28 - €40 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Kilcoole is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Kilcoole?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Kilcoole. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Sea Road via D'Olier Street, Woodbrook College and Bray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Cork to Kilcoole?

The distance between Cork and Kilcoole is 306 km. The road distance is 255.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Kilcoole without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 40m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Cork to Kilcoole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Kilcoole bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cork to Kilcoole?

The best way to get from Cork to Kilcoole is to bus via Woodbrook College which takes 5h 24m and costs €27 - €40. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €60 - €230 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Cork to Kilcoole bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Kilcoole?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Kilcoole is 256 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Cork to Kilcoole.

Where can I stay near Kilcoole?

There are 108+ hotels available in Kilcoole.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Cork to Kilcoole 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 train from Tara Street to Braytrain Ic / ...
3. Take the bus from Bray Station to Monteith Parkbus L2
4h 40m
€30–41
Bus via Woodbrook College
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Bachelors Walkbus 707
5h 24m
€27–39
Drive 255.7 km
1. Drive from Cork to Kilcoolecar 255.7 km
3h 1m
€43–62
Fly from Cork Airport
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
6h 46m
€61–225
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
6h 20m
€28–38
Bus to Kerry Airport, fly, train
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 train from Tara Street to Greystonestrain
6h 12m
€47–113

Cork to Kilcoole by train, tram, foot, and bus

98Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cork to Kilcoole.

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Distance: 306.1 km
Duration: 4h 40m

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

Citylink operates a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Bachelors Walk every 2 hours. Tickets cost €22–30 and the journey takes 3h. Aircoach also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, Ryanair and Aer Lingus fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB) 5 times a day.

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