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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkea to Cork is to bus via Waterford which costs €22 - €40 and takes 4h 53m.

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 Anderson's Quay via Castledermot and Waterford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Kilkea to Cork?

The distance between Kilkea and Cork is 250 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 4h 20m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m 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.

Train or bus from Kilkea to Cork?

The best way to get from Kilkea to Cork is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus via Waterford, which costs €22 - €40 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Kilkea to Cork bus arrive?

Kilkea to Cork bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Waterford Bus 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 279+ hotels available in Cork.

Kilkea to Cork - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kilkea to Cork 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 20m
€39–53
Bus via Waterford
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castledermot to Waterford Bus Stationbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
4h 53m
€23–39
Drive 183.5 km
1. Drive from Kilkea to Corkcar 183.5 km
2h 16m
€31–45
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 MacDonagh Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
6h 30m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athy Station to Ormonde Roadbus 897
2. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
7h 24m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 249.6 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Kilkea, Ireland and Cork, 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 Kilkea to Cork Anderson's Quay via Castledermot, Castledermot Rs, Castledermot, and Waterford Bus Station in around 4h 53m.

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