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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Swords is to bus which costs €25 - €35 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Swords is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Swords?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Swords. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred St and arriving at Swords Castle via Airport Zone 15. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Cork to Swords?

The distance between Cork and Swords is 284 km. The road distance is 264.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Swords without a car is to train and line 41 bus which takes 3h 52m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Cork to Swords, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Swords bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cork to Swords?

The best way to get from Cork to Swords is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs €25 - €35. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €65 - €260 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Cork to Swords bus arrive?

Cork to Swords bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Airport Zone 10 station.

Can I drive from Cork to Swords?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Swords is 265 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Cork to Swords.

Where can I stay near Swords?

There are 1064+ hotels available in Swords.

Cork to Swords - 5 ways to travel via train, line 41 bus, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Cork to Swords by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 41 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Abbey St Lower to Swords Castlebus 33 / ...
3h 52m
€27–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Airport Zone 10bus 707
3h 55m
€26–34
Drive 264.5 km
1. Drive from Cork to Swordscar 264.5 km
2h 45m
€48–69
Bus to Kerry Airport, 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
4h 15m
€44–91
Fly from Cork Airport
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
4h 46m
€68–257

Cork to Swords by train, tram, and bus

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3h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 284 km
Duration: 3h 52m

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

Citylink operates a bus from Cork Alfred St to Airport Zone 10 hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, Ryanair and Aer Lingus fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB) twice daily.

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