What is the cheapest way to get from Fota Island to Mallow?

The cheapest way to get from Fota Island to Mallow is to train which costs €5 - €7 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Fota Island to Mallow?

The fastest way to get from Fota Island to Mallow is to drive which takes 41 min and costs €8 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Fota Island and Mallow?

No, there is no direct bus from Fota Island to Mallow. However, there are services departing from IDA Carrigtwohill and arriving at Mallow via Cork Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Fota Island and Mallow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fota and arriving at Mallow. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Fota Island to Mallow?

The distance between Fota Island and Mallow is 45 km. The road distance is 49.1 km.

How do I travel from Fota Island to Mallow without a car?

The best way to get from Fota Island to Mallow without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs €5 - €7.

How long does it take to get from Fota Island to Mallow?

The train from Fota to Mallow takes 42 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Fota Island to Mallow bus from?

Fota Island to Mallow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from IDA Carrigtwohill station.

Where do I catch the Fota Island to Mallow train from?

Fota Island to Mallow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Fota station.

Train or bus from Fota Island to Mallow?

The best way to get from Fota Island to Mallow is to train which takes 42 min and costs €5 - €7. Alternatively, you can line 261 bus and bus, which costs €10 - €23 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Fota Island to Mallow bus arrive?

Fota Island to Mallow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Cork Bus Station.

Where does the Fota Island to Mallow train arrive?

Fota Island to Mallow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Mallow station.

Can I drive from Fota Island to Mallow?

Yes, the driving distance between Fota Island to Mallow is 49 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Fota Island to Mallow.

Where can I stay near Mallow?

There are 35+ hotels available in Mallow.

Fota Island to Mallow - 5 ways to travel via train, line 261 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Fota Island to Mallow by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Fota to Mallowtrain Re
42 min
€5–7
Line 261 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from IDA Carrigtwohill to Cork Bus Stationbus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Mallowbus 51
1h 30m
€10–22
Drive 49.1 km
1. Drive from Fota Island to Mallowcar 49.1 km
41 min
€9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fota Island to Mallowtaxi 49.1 km
41 min
€70–85
Train via Cork
1. Take the train from Fota to Corktrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Cork to Mallowtrain Ic / ...
1h 6m
€6–9

Fota Island to Mallow by train

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Map of how to get from Fota Island to Mallow.

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Distance: 44.5 km
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Fota Island, Ireland and Mallow, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Fota to Mallow 3 times a day. Tickets cost €5–7 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from IDA Carrigtwohill to Mallow via Cork Bus Station in around 1h 30m.

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