What is the cheapest way to get from Cork to Offaly Way?

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Offaly Way is to train and bus which costs €18 - €35 and takes 5h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cork to Offaly Way?

The fastest way to get from Cork to Offaly Way is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Offaly Way?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Offaly Way. However, there are services departing from Cork Bus Stn and arriving at Lemanaghan via Limerick Colbert and Cloghan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Cork to Offaly Way?

The distance between Cork and Offaly Way is 247 km. The road distance is 191.1 km.

How do I travel from Cork to Offaly Way without a car?

The best way to get from Cork to Offaly Way without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs €40 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Cork to Offaly Way?

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Cork to Offaly Way, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Offaly Way bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Offaly Way?

The best way to get from Cork to Offaly Way is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Cork to Offaly Way bus arrive?

Cork to Offaly Way bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Can I drive from Cork to Offaly Way?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Offaly Way is 191 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Cork to Offaly Way.

Where can I stay near Offaly Way?

There are 76+ hotels available in Offaly Way.

Cork to Offaly Way - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cork to Offaly Way 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 Portlaoisetrain 217 / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Claratrain Re / ...
4h 9m
€41–56
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cork to Thurlestrain 217 / ...
2. Take the bus from Thurles Station to Birrbus 850
5h 3m
€19–31
Drive 191.1 km
1. Drive from Cork to Offaly Waycar 191.1 km
2h 18m
€33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cloghanbus 72
5h 50m
€30–43
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Henry Streetbus 251
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Cloghanbus Ul06
6h 7m
€29–42

Cork to Offaly Way by train, bus, and foot

1Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cork to Offaly Way.

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Distance: 246.7 km
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Offaly Way, Ireland?

You can take a train from Cork to Offaly Way via Portlaoise, Portarlington, and Clara in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Bus Stn to Offaly Way via Limerick Colbert, Cloghan, and Lemanaghan in around 5h 50m.

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