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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Cobh is to train which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Cobh is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Cobh?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Kildare Village and arriving at Spy Hill via Aston Quay and Cork Saint Patrick's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Cobh?

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

How far is it from Kildare to Cobh?

The distance between Kildare and Cobh is 235 km. The road distance is 204.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Cobh without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs €23 - €35.

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

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

Where do I catch the Kildare to Cobh bus from?

Kildare to Cobh bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Kildare Village station.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Cobh train from?

Kildare to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.

Train or bus from Kildare to Cobh?

The best way to get from Kildare to Cobh is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Kildare to Cobh bus arrive?

Kildare to Cobh bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Kildare to Cobh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kildare to Cobh?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Cobh is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Kildare to Cobh.

Where can I stay near Cobh?

There are 318+ hotels available in Cobh.

Kildare to Cobh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kildare to Cobh by train, bus, or car

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 Portlaoise to Corktrain 208 / ...
4h 4m
€23–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Bachelors Walkbus 300
2. Take the bus from Aston Quay to Cork Alfred Streetbus 704x
5h 16m
€28–42
Drive 204.2 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Cobhcar 204.2 km
2h 12m
€35–50
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Limerick Arthur's Quaybus 300
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Cork Bus Stationbus 51
5h 41m
€29–42

Kildare to Cobh by train

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4h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 235.5 km
Duration: 4h 4m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Cork every 3 hours. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kildare Village to Spy Hill via Bachelors Walk, Aston Quay, Cork Alfred Street, and Cork Saint Patrick's Quay in around 5h 16m.

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