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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Mountrath is to train which costs €18 - €27 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Mountrath is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Mountrath?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork station to Mountrath. However, there are services departing from Cork Bus Station and arriving at Mountrath via Limerick Arthur's Quay and Roscrea Abbey Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Cork to Mountrath?

The distance between Cork and Mountrath is 198 km. The road distance is 158.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Mountrath without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs €18 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Cork to Mountrath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Mountrath bus from?

Cork to Mountrath bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Cork Bus Station.

Train or bus from Cork to Mountrath?

The best way to get from Cork to Mountrath is to train which takes 3h and costs €18 - €27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Cork to Mountrath bus arrive?

Cork to Mountrath bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert Station.

Can I drive from Cork to Mountrath?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Mountrath is 158 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Cork to Mountrath.

Where can I stay near Mountrath?

There are 46+ hotels available in Mountrath.

Cork to Mountrath - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cork to Mountrath by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain 217 / ...
3h
€18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Roscrea Abbey Streetbus 735
5h 41m
€29–41
Drive 158.1 km
1. Drive from Cork to Mountrathcar 158.1 km
1h 44m
€27–39

Cork to Mountrath by train and bus

49Weekly Services

3hAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cork to Mountrath.

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Distance: 197.9 km
Duration: 3h

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Portlaoise every 3 hours. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Bus Station to Mountrath via Limerick Colbert Station, Limerick Arthur's Quay, and Roscrea Abbey Street in around 5h 41m.

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