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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Kilkea is to bus and train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Kilkea is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Kilkea?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Kilkea. However, there are services departing from Cork Andersn's Quay and arriving at Kilkea via SETU Cork Road, Carlow Bus Stn and The Castle Inn, Leinster Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Kilkea?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Kilkea. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Athy via Portlaoise and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Cork to Kilkea?

The distance between Cork and Kilkea is 251 km. The road distance is 183 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Kilkea without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Cork to Kilkea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Kilkea bus from?

Cork to Kilkea bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Cork Andersn's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Kilkea train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Kilkea?

The best way to get from Cork to Kilkea is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Cork to Kilkea bus arrive?

Cork to Kilkea bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at SETU Cork Road station.

Where does the Cork to Kilkea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Kilkea?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Kilkea is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Cork to Kilkea.

Where can I stay near Kilkea?

There are 110+ hotels available in Kilkea.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
4h 38m
€23–33
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 600
2. Take the train from Kilkenny to Athytrain Re / ...
5h 24m
€22–31
Drive 183 km
1. Drive from Cork to Kilkeacar 183 km
2h 15m
€31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to SETU Cork Roadbus 600
2. Take the bus from SETU Cork Road to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736 / ...
6h 19m
€22–38

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Distance: 251.3 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Kilkea, 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 Kilkea via SETU Cork Road, Carlow Bus Stn, and The Castle Inn, Leinster Street in around 6h 19m.

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