What is the cheapest way to get from Kilkea to Cork?

The cheapest way to get from Kilkea to Cork is to bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 4h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kilkea to Cork?

The fastest way to get from Kilkea to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkea and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkea to Cork. However, there are services departing from Kilkea and arriving at Cork Andersn's Quay via Castledermot and Waterford Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkea and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkea to Cork. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Cork via Kildare and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Kilkea to Cork?

The distance between Kilkea and Cork is 249 km. The road distance is 183.5 km.

How do I travel from Kilkea to Cork without a car?

The best way to get from Kilkea to Cork without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs €35 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Kilkea to Cork?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Kilkea to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkea to Cork bus from?

Kilkea to Cork bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Castledermot station.

Where do I catch the Kilkea to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkea to Cork?

The best way to get from Kilkea to Cork is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Kilkea to Cork bus arrive?

Kilkea to Cork bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Waterford Bus Stn station.

Where does the Kilkea to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkea to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkea to Cork is 184 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Kilkea to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 352+ hotels available in Cork.

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There are 4 ways to get from Kilkea to Cork by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain Ic / ...
3h 49m
€39–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castledermot to Waterford Bus Stnbus Gd02
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 600
4h 47m
€19–35
Drive 183.5 km
1. Drive from Kilkea to Corkcar 183.5 km
2h 16m
€32–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kilkea to Leinster Streetbus
2. Take the train from Athy to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
3. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 600
6h 18m

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Distance: 249.5 km
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Kilkea, Ireland and Cork, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Cork hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilkea to Cork Andersn's Quay via Castledermot, Castledermot Rs, Castledermot, and Waterford Bus Stn in around 4h 47m.

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