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

The cheapest way to get from County Cork to Dublin is to bus which costs €23 - €40 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from County Cork to Dublin is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between County Cork and Dublin?

No, there is no direct bus from County Cork to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Blarney East and arriving at Bachelors Walk via Cork Alfred Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from County Cork to Dublin?

The distance between County Cork and Dublin is 276 km. The road distance is 260.3 km.

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

The best way to get from County Cork to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs €29 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from County Cork to Dublin, including transfers.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from County Cork to Dublin?

The best way to get from County Cork to Dublin is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs €29 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €40 and takes 4h, you could also fly, which costs €70 - €210 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the County Cork to Dublin bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from County Cork to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between County Cork to Dublin is 260 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from County Cork to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1078+ hotels available in Dublin.

County Cork to Dublin - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
3h 50m
€29–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Bachelors Walkbus 704x
4h
€23–36
Drive 260.3 km
1. Drive from County Cork to Dublincar 260.3 km
2h 44m
€44–63
Fly
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
5h 59m
€71–202
Bus via Saint Ann's Road
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
5h 56m
€26–36

County Cork to Dublin by bus and train

98Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from County Cork to Dublin.

Launch map view

Distance: 276.3 km
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between County Cork, Ireland and Dublin, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, Aircoach operates a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Bachelors Walk hourly. Tickets cost €19–26 and the journey takes 3h. Citylink also services this route every 2 hours.

Airlines