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

The cheapest way to get from Howth to Cobh is to bus via Aston Quay which costs €21 - €35 and takes 5h 13m.

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 Aston Quay and Cork Saint Patrick's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

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 5h 13m and costs €28 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m 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 Aircoach, depart from Aston Quay station.

Train, bus or fly from Howth to Cobh?

The best way to get from Howth to Cobh is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus via Aston Quay, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 5h 13m, you could also fly, which costs €75 - €210 and takes 7h.

Where does the Howth to Cobh bus arrive?

Howth to Cobh bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Cork Alfred Street 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 308+ hotels available in Cobh.

Howth to Cobh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Howth to Cobh 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 Dublin Heuston to Corktrain 208 / ...
5h 13m
€29–45
Bus via Aston Quay
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aston Quay to Cork Alfred Streetbus 704x
5h 13m
€22–33
Drive 270.8 km
1. Drive from Howth to Cobhcar 270.8 km
3h 9m
€46–66
Fly
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane DUB - ORK
7h
€80–207
Bus
1. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
6h 59m
€25–33

Howth to Cobh by bus, tram, and train

99Weekly Services

5h 13mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 300.9 km
Duration: 5h 13m

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 32m. Alternatively, Aircoach operates a bus from Aston Quay to Cork Alfred Street hourly. Tickets cost €19–26 and the journey takes 3h. Citylink also services this route hourly.

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