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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Cork is to bus via Dublin which costs €30 - €40 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Cork is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Cork. However, there are services departing from Stapleton Place and arriving at Cork Alfred Street via Aston Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Cork. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Cork via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Cork?

The distance between Dundalk and Cork is 355 km. The road distance is 320.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Cork without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €30 - €50.

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

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

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Cork bus from?

Dundalk to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Stapleton Place station.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Cork train from?

Dundalk to Cork train services, operated by Translink, depart from Dundalk station.

Train or bus from Dundalk to Cork?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Cork is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Dundalk to Cork bus arrive?

Dundalk to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at South Townsend Street station.

Where does the Dundalk to Cork train arrive?

Dundalk to Cork train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Cork is 321 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Dundalk to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 284+ hotels available in Cork.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Dundalk to Cork 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 Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain 1_Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain 208 / ...
4h 35m
€31–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to South Townsend Streetbus 100X
2. Take the bus from Aston Quay to Cork Alfred Streetbus 704x
5h 5m
€35–52
Drive 320.5 km
1. Drive from Dundalk to Corkcar 320.5 km
3h 35m
€55–79
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19bus
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane DUB - ORK
6h 27m
€74–206
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Marshes Shopping Centre to Cathal Brugha Streetbus 901 / ...
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
6h 53m
€31–39

Dundalk to Cork by train and tram

99Weekly Services

4h 35mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 354.9 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Dundalk to Cork via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stapleton Place to Cork Alfred Street via South Townsend Street and Aston Quay in around 5h 5m.

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