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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Tullow is to bus via Waterford which costs €22 - €40 and takes 4h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Tullow is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Tullow?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork station to Tullow. However, there are services departing from Cork Bus Station and arriving at Tullow via Waterford Bus Station and Carlow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Cork to Tullow?

The distance between Cork and Tullow is 219 km. The road distance is 183.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Tullow without a car is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs €22 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Cork to Tullow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Tullow bus from?

Cork to Tullow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Cork Bus Station.

Train or bus from Cork to Tullow?

The best way to get from Cork to Tullow is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs €22 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Cork to Tullow bus arrive?

Cork to Tullow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Waterford Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cork to Tullow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Tullow is 184 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Cork to Tullow.

Where can I stay near Tullow?

There are 124+ hotels available in Tullow.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cork to Tullow by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Waterford Bus Station40
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Carlow Bus Station736 / ...
4h 35m
€22–39
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to PortlaoiseIc / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to CarlowRe / ...
5h 10m
€24–35
Drive 183.7 km
1. Drive from Cork to Tullow183.7 km
2h 20m
€31–45
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to SETU Cork Road600
2. Take the bus from SETU Cork Road to Carlow Bus Station736 / ...
4h 54m
€22–38

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 219.5 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Tullow, IE-CW, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Cork Bus Station to Tullow via Waterford Bus Station, Carlow Bus Station, and Carlow in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cork to Tullow via Portlaoise, Kildare, Carlow, and Carlow in around 5h 10m.

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