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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Maynooth is to bus via Bachelors Walk which costs €25 - €35 and takes 5h 32m.

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 29m and costs €35 - €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 Street and arriving at Maynooth University via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Cork to Maynooth?

The distance between Cork and Maynooth is 288 km. The road distance is 238.3 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 31m and costs €25 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m 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 Street station.

Bus or fly from Cork to Maynooth?

The best way to get from Cork to Maynooth is to bus which takes 3h 44m and costs €27 - €40. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €70 - €200 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Cork to Maynooth bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Maynooth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Maynooth is 238 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Cork to Maynooth.

Where can I stay near Maynooth?

There are 905+ hotels available in Maynooth.

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

There are 6 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 HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to MaynoothX25 / ...
3h 31m
€26–34
Bus via Bachelors Walk
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Bachelors Walk600
5h 32m
€25–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Parkgate Street707
3h 44m
€27–38
Drive 238.3 km
1. Drive from Cork to Maynooth238.3 km
2h 29m
€40–58
Fly from Cork Airport
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)ORK - DUB
6h 25m
€70–194
Bus to Kerry Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Kerry Airport
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)KIR - DUB
5h 25m
€46–111

Cork to Maynooth by train and bus

100Weekly Services

3h 31mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 288.2 km
Duration: 3h 31m

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

Citylink operates a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Parkgate Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost €22–30 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, Ryanair and Aer Lingus fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB) 5 times a day.

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