What is the cheapest way to get from Kinsale to Cong?

The cheapest way to get from Kinsale to Cong is to bus via An Cheathrú Rua which costs €35 - €65 and takes 8h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kinsale to Cong?

The fastest way to get from Kinsale to Cong is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Kinsale and Cong?

No, there is no direct bus from Kinsale to Cong. However, there are services departing from Kinsale and arriving at Cong via Cork Andersn's Quay, Galway Ceannt and Headford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Kinsale and Cong?

No, there is no direct train from Kinsale to Cong. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Claremorris via Portlaoise and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.

How far is it from Kinsale to Cong?

The distance between Kinsale and Cong is 268 km. The road distance is 252.3 km.

How do I travel from Kinsale to Cong without a car?

The best way to get from Kinsale to Cong without a car is to bus which takes 7h 27m and costs €50 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Kinsale to Cong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kinsale to Cong bus from?

Kinsale to Cong bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Andersn's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Kinsale to Cong train from?

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

Train or bus from Kinsale to Cong?

The best way to get from Kinsale to Cong is to bus which takes 7h 27m and costs €50 - €85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 9h 3m.

Where does the Kinsale to Cong bus arrive?

Kinsale to Cong bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Ceannt station.

Where does the Kinsale to Cong train arrive?

Kinsale to Cong train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portlaoise station.

Can I drive from Kinsale to Cong?

Yes, the driving distance between Kinsale to Cong is 252 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Kinsale to Cong.

Where can I stay near Cong?

There are 130+ hotels available in Cong.

Kinsale to Cong - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kinsale to Cong by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceanntbus 251
7h 27m
€54–84
Bus via An Cheathrú Rua
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceanntbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to An Cheathrú Ruabus 424
3. Take the bus from An Cheathrú Rua to Congbus 431
8h 16m
€40–65
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Claremorristrain 804 / ...
9h 3m
€45–66
Drive 252.3 km
1. Drive from Kinsale to Congcar 252.3 km
3h 11m
€44–63

Kinsale to Cong by bus

21Weekly Buses

7h 27mAverage Duration

€54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 268.1 km
Duration: 7h 27m

What companies run services between Kinsale, Ireland and Cong, IE-MO, Ireland?

Citylink operates a bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Galway Ceannt every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Expressway (Bus Éireann) also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kinsale to Cong via Cork Kent Stn, Cork, Portlaoise, Portarlington, Claremorris, and Claremorris Stn in around 9h 3m.

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