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

The cheapest way to get from County Cork to Tralee is to drive which costs €16 - €24 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from County Cork to Tralee is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between County Cork and Tralee?

No, there is no direct bus from County Cork to Tralee station. However, there are services departing from Blarney East and arriving at Tralee Bus Station via Cork Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between County Cork and Tralee?

No, there is no direct train from County Cork to Tralee. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Tralee via Mallow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from County Cork to Tralee?

The distance between County Cork and Tralee is 132 km. The road distance is 95.5 km.

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

The best way to get from County Cork to Tralee without a car is to line 243 bus and train which takes 3h 8m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from County Cork to Tralee, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the County Cork to Tralee train from?

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

Train or bus from County Cork to Tralee?

The best way to get from County Cork to Tralee is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs €28 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the County Cork to Tralee bus arrive?

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

Where does the County Cork to Tralee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from County Cork to Tralee?

Yes, the driving distance between County Cork to Tralee is 95 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from County Cork to Tralee.

Where can I stay near Tralee?

There are 208+ hotels available in Tralee.

County Cork to Tralee - 4 ways to travel via train, line 243 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 243 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sluggera Cross to Mallow Stationbus 243
2. Take the train from Mallow to Traleetrain Ic
3h 8m
€22–31
Drive 95.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from County Cork to Traleecar 95.5 km
1h 33m
€16–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Tralee Bus Stationbus 40
3h 40m
€29–39
Train
1. Take the train from Mallow to Traleetrain Ic
3h 36m
€33–47

County Cork to Tralee by bus and train

35Weekly Services

3h 8mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.4 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Cork Bus Stn to Tralee Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost €18–25 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Mallow to Tralee hourly. Tickets cost €9–14 and the journey takes 1h 33m.

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