What is the cheapest way to get from Howth to Cobh?

The cheapest way to get from Howth to Cobh is to bus via Crampton Quay which costs €23 - €35 and takes 5h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Howth to Cobh?

The fastest way to get from Howth to Cobh is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Howth and Cobh?

No, there is no direct bus from Howth to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Main Street Howth and arriving at Spy Hill via Crampton Quay and Cork Patrick's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Howth and Cobh?

No, there is no direct train from Howth to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Busáras and arriving at Cobh via Dublin Heuston and Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Howth to Cobh?

The distance between Howth and Cobh is 301 km. The road distance is 270.8 km.

How do I travel from Howth to Cobh without a car?

The best way to get from Howth to Cobh without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs €28 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Howth to Cobh?

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Howth to Cobh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howth to Cobh bus from?

Howth to Cobh bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Crampton Quay station.

Where do I catch the Howth to Cobh train from?

Howth to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Heuston station.

Train, bus or fly from Howth to Cobh?

The best way to get from Howth to Cobh is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus via Crampton Quay, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 5h 39m, you could also fly, which costs €65 - €240 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Howth to Cobh bus arrive?

Howth to Cobh bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Cork Alfred St station.

Where does the Howth to Cobh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Howth to Cobh?

Yes, the driving distance between Howth to Cobh is 271 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Howth to Cobh.

Where can I stay near Cobh?

There are 363+ hotels available in Cobh.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain Ic / ...
4h 36m
€29–45
Bus via Crampton Quay
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Cork Alfred Stbus 707
5h 39m
€24–33
Drive 270.8 km
1. Drive from Howth to Cobhcar 270.8 km
3h 9m
€47–68
Fly
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane DUB - ORK
6h 36m
€67–233
Bus
1. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 600
6h 57m
€29–43

Howth to Cobh by bus, tram, and train

198Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 300.9 km
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Howth, Ireland and Cobh, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Cork hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Citylink operates a bus from Crampton Quay to Cork Alfred St hourly. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 3h.

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