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 16m.

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 16m.

How far is it from Howth to Kinsale?

The distance between Howth and Kinsale is 291 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 bus via Aston Quay which takes 5h 16m and costs €26 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m 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.

Bus or fly from Howth to Kinsale?

The best way to get from Howth to Kinsale is to bus via Aston Quay which takes 5h 16m and costs €26 - €45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €55 - €230 and takes 6h 11m.

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 139+ hotels available in Kinsale.

Howth to Kinsale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 226 bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Howth to Kinsale by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Aston Quay
best
1. Take the bus from Aston Quay to Cork Alfred Streetbus 704x
5h 16m
€27–43
Train, line 226 bus
1. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain 208 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cork Kent Station to Kinsalebus 226
5h 51m
€31–49
Drive 291.4 km
1. Drive from Howth to Kinsalecar 291.4 km
3h 15m
€50–72
Fly
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane DUB - ORK
6h 11m
€59–222
Bus
1. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
7h 2m
€30–43

Howth to Kinsale by bus and foot

221Weekly Services

5h 16mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.5 km
Duration: 5h 16m

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

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. Alternatively, Ryanair and Aer Lingus fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cork Airport (ORK) 3 times a day.

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