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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Maynooth is to bus which costs €25 - €35 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Maynooth is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Maynooth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Maynooth. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred St and arriving at Maynooth via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Cork to Maynooth?

The distance between Cork and Maynooth is 288 km. The road distance is 238.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Maynooth without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 26m and costs €25 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Cork to Maynooth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Maynooth bus from?

Cork to Maynooth bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Alfred St station.

Where does the Cork to Maynooth bus arrive?

Cork to Maynooth bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Parkgate St station.

Can I drive from Cork to Maynooth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Maynooth is 238 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Cork to Maynooth.

Where can I stay near Maynooth?

There are 1041+ hotels available in Maynooth.

Cork to Maynooth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cork to Maynooth 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 bus from Heuston Station to Maynoothbus C3 / ...
3h 26m
€26–34
Bus via Heuston Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Parkgate Stbus 707
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Maynoothbus C3 / ...
3h 54m
€25–33
Drive 238.5 km
1. Drive from Cork to Maynoothcar 238.5 km
2h 30m
€41–59
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Kerry Airportbus
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
5h 23m
€46–91
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
5h 28m
€25–33

Cork to Maynooth by train and bus

98Weekly Services

3h 26mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 288.2 km
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Cork Alfred St to Maynooth via Parkgate St and Heuston Station in around 3h 54m.

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