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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Killarney is to train which costs €9 - €13 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Killarney is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs €14 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Killarney?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cork Bus Stn and arriving at Killarney Bus Stn. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Killarney?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cork and arriving at Killarney. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Cork to Killarney?

The distance between Cork and Killarney is 98 km. The road distance is 86 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Killarney without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs €9 - €13.

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

The train from Cork to Killarney takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Cork to Killarney bus from?

Cork to Killarney bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Cork Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Killarney train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Killarney?

The best way to get from Cork to Killarney is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs €9 - €13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €22 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Cork to Killarney bus arrive?

Cork to Killarney bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Killarney Bus Stn station.

Where does the Cork to Killarney train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Killarney?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Killarney is 86 km. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Cork to Killarney.

Where can I stay near Killarney?

There are 523+ hotels available in Killarney.

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

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

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 Killarneytrain Ic
1h 20m
€9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Killarney Bus Stnbus 40
1h 35m
€15–22
Drive 86 km
1. Drive from Cork to Killarneycar 86 km
1h 4m
€15–22
Train via Mallow
1. Take the train from Cork to Mallowtrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Mallow to Killarneytrain Ic / ...
2h 3m
€10–16

Cork to Killarney by train

44Weekly Trains

1h 20mAverage Duration

€9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.2 km
Duration: 1h 20m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Killarney every 4 hours. Tickets cost €9–13 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Cork Bus Stn to Killarney Bus Stn every 2 hours. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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