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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Kildare is to train which costs €20 - €29 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Kildare is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Kildare?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Cork Andersn's Quay and arriving at Kildare Vllge via Limerick Arthurs Qy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Kildare?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Kildare via Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Cork to Kildare?

The distance between Cork and Kildare is 217 km. The road distance is 198.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Kildare without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €20 - €29.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Cork to Kildare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Kildare bus from?

Cork to Kildare bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Andersn's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Kildare train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Kildare?

The best way to get from Cork to Kildare is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €20 - €29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 4h.

Where does the Cork to Kildare bus arrive?

Cork to Kildare bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Henry Street station.

Where does the Cork to Kildare train arrive?

Cork to Kildare train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portlaoise station.

Can I drive from Cork to Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Kildare is 198 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Cork to Kildare.

Where can I stay near Kildare?

There are 134+ hotels available in Kildare.

Cork to Kildare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cork to Kildare by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2h 20m
€20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Henry Streetbus 251
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Kildare Vllgebus 300
4h
€24–37
Drive 198.2 km
1. Drive from Cork to Kildarecar 198.2 km
1h 59m
€35–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 600
2. Take the train from Kilkenny to Kildaretrain Re / ...
4h 35m
€24–34

Cork to Kildare by train

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2h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 217.2 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Portlaoise hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Kildare Vllge via Henry Street and Limerick Arthurs Qy in around 4h.

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