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

The cheapest way to get from Howth to Kinsale is to bus via Aston Quay which costs €26 - €45 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howth to Kinsale is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Howth and Kinsale?

No, there is no direct bus from Howth to Kinsale. However, there are services departing from Main Street Howth and arriving at Kinsale via Aston Quay and Cork Saint Patrick's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Howth to Kinsale?

The distance between Howth and Kinsale is 311 km. The road distance is 291.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Howth to Kinsale without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs €30 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Howth to Kinsale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howth to Kinsale bus from?

Howth to Kinsale bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Aston Quay station.

Train, bus or fly from Howth to Kinsale?

The best way to get from Howth to Kinsale is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs €30 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus via Aston Quay, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 5h 22m, you could also fly, which costs €75 - €210 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Howth to Kinsale bus arrive?

Howth to Kinsale bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Cork Alfred Street station.

Can I drive from Howth to Kinsale?

Yes, the driving distance between Howth to Kinsale is 291 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Howth to Kinsale.

Where can I stay near Kinsale?

There are 271+ hotels available in Kinsale.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Howth to Kinsale 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 17m
€34–54
Bus via Aston Quay
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aston Quay to Cork Alfred Streetbus 704x
5h 22m
€27–41
Drive 291.4 km
1. Drive from Howth to Kinsalecar 291.4 km
3h 15m
€50–71
Fly
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane DUB - ORK
6h 18m
€78–204
Bus
1. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
7h 8m
€30–41

Howth to Kinsale by train, foot, tram, and bus

99Weekly Services

5h 17mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 310.8 km
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Howth, Ireland and Kinsale, 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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