What is the cheapest way to get from County Cork to County Clare?

The cheapest way to get from County Cork to County Clare is to drive which costs €20 - €29 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from County Cork to County Clare?

The fastest way to get from County Cork to County Clare is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs €20 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between County Cork and County Clare?

No, there is no direct bus from County Cork to County Clare station. However, there are services departing from Sluggera Cross and arriving at Ennis Station via Mallow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from County Cork to County Clare?

The distance between County Cork and County Clare is 147 km. The road distance is 121.7 km.

How do I travel from County Cork to County Clare without a car?

The best way to get from County Cork to County Clare without a car is to bus which takes 3h 59m and costs €22 - €35.

How long does it take to get from County Cork to County Clare?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from County Cork to County Clare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the County Cork to County Clare bus from?

County Cork to County Clare bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Mallow station.

Where does the County Cork to County Clare bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from County Cork to County Clare?

Yes, the driving distance between County Cork to County Clare is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from County Cork to County Clare.

Where can I stay near County Clare?

There are 106+ hotels available in County Clare.

County Cork to County Clare - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from County Cork to County Clare by bus, car, or train

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 Mallow to Ennis Stationbus 51
3h 59m
€23–33
Drive 121.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from County Cork to County Clarecar 121.7 km
1h 32m
€20–29
Line 243 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sluggera Cross to Mallowbus 243
2. Take the bus from Mallow to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 51
3. Take the train from Limerick to Ennistrain Ic / ...
4h 14m
€24–35

County Cork to County Clare by bus

35Weekly Buses

3h 59mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from County Cork to County Clare.

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Distance: 146.7 km
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between County Cork, Ireland and County Clare, IE-CE, Ireland?

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Mallow to Ennis Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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