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

The cheapest way to get from Killarney to Cork is to train which costs €9 - €13 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Killarney to Cork is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs €14 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Killarney and Cork?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Killarney and arriving at Cork Western Rd. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Killarney and Cork?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Killarney and arriving at Cork. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Killarney to Cork?

The distance between Killarney and Cork is 86 km. The road distance is 86.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Killarney to Cork without a car is to bus which takes 1h 25m and costs €10 - €22.

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

The bus from Killarney to Cork Western Rd takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Killarney to Cork bus from?

Killarney to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Killarney station.

Where do I catch the Killarney to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Killarney to Cork?

The best way to get from Killarney to Cork is to bus which takes 1h 25m and costs €10 - €22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €9 - €13 and takes 1h 31m.

Where does the Killarney to Cork bus arrive?

Killarney to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Cork Western Rd station.

Where does the Killarney to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Killarney to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Killarney to Cork is 86 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Killarney to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 279+ hotels available in Cork.

Killarney to Cork - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Killarney to Cork by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Killarney to Cork Western Rd40
1h 25m
€10–22
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Killarney to CorkIc
1h 31m
€9–13
Drive 86.2 km
1. Drive from Killarney to Cork86.2 km
1h 3m
€15–22
Train via Mallow
1. Take the train from Killarney to MallowIc / ...
2. Take the train from Mallow to CorkRe / ...
1h 49m
€11–15

Killarney to Cork by bus

152Weekly Buses

1h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 85.7 km
Duration: 1h 25m

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

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Killarney to Cork Western Rd every 2 hours. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Bus Éireann also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Killarney to Cork 3 times a day. Tickets cost €9–13 and the journey takes 1h 31m.

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