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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Tralee is to train which costs €12 - €17 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Tralee is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Tralee?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cork Bus Station station and arriving at Tralee Bus Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Tralee?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cork and arriving at Tralee. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Cork to Tralee?

The distance between Cork and Tralee is 133 km. The road distance is 117.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Tralee without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs €12 - €17.

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

The train from Cork to Tralee takes 2h 1m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Cork to Tralee bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cork to Tralee train from?

Cork to Tralee train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cork station.

Train or bus from Cork to Tralee?

The best way to get from Cork to Tralee is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs €12 - €17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €25 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Cork to Tralee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cork to Tralee train arrive?

Cork to Tralee train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Tralee station.

Can I drive from Cork to Tralee?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Tralee is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Cork to Tralee.

Where can I stay near Tralee?

There are 190+ hotels available in Tralee.

Cork to Tralee - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Cork to Tralee by train

22Weekly Trains

2h 1mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 132.9 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Tralee 3 times a day. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Cork Bus Station to Tralee Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost €18–25 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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