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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Rathmore is to train which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Rathmore is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Rathmore?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Rathmore. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Eadestown via Wellington Quay and Naas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Cork to Rathmore?

The distance between Cork and Rathmore is 248 km. The road distance is 226.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Rathmore without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Cork to Rathmore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Rathmore bus from?

Cork to Rathmore bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Cork Alfred Street station.

Train or bus from Cork to Rathmore?

The best way to get from Cork to Rathmore is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 126 bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Cork to Rathmore bus arrive?

Cork to Rathmore bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Can I drive from Cork to Rathmore?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Rathmore is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Cork to Rathmore.

Where can I stay near Rathmore?

There are 221+ hotels available in Rathmore.

Cork to Rathmore - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 126 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain 217 / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Sallinstrain 200 / ...
4h 17m
€23–34
Bus, line 126 bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Bachelors Walkbus 704x
2. Take the bus from Wellington Quay to Naasbus 126 / ...
5h 27m
€24–36
Drive 226.3 km
1. Drive from Cork to Rathmorecar 226.3 km
2h 20m
€39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Waterford Bus Stationbus 40
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Naasbus Gd02
6h 20m
€27–45

Cork to Rathmore by train and bus

66Weekly Services

4h 17mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cork to Rathmore.

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Distance: 247.6 km
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Rathmore, IE-KE, Ireland?

You can take a train from Cork to Eadestown via Portlaoise, Sallins, and Sallins Station in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Eadestown via Bachelors Walk, Wellington Quay, and Naas in around 5h 27m.

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