What is the cheapest way to get from Malin Head to Cork?

The cheapest way to get from Malin Head to Cork is to bus which costs €45 - €70 and takes 11h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Malin Head to Cork?

The fastest way to get from Malin Head to Cork is to drive which takes 6h 4m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Malin Head and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Malin Head to Cork. However, there are services departing from Malin Head and arriving at Cork Alfred Street via Carndonagh and Dublin Airport Zone 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 4m.

How far is it from Malin Head to Cork?

The distance between Malin Head and Cork is 648 km. The road distance is 464.4 km.

How do I travel from Malin Head to Cork without a car?

The best way to get from Malin Head to Cork without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 41m and costs €45 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Malin Head to Cork?

It takes approximately 9h 30m to get from Malin Head to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malin Head to Cork bus from?

Malin Head to Cork bus services, operated by Mc Ginley Coach Travel, depart from Carndonagh station.

Where does the Malin Head to Cork bus arrive?

Malin Head to Cork bus services, operated by Mc Ginley Coach Travel, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 16 station.

Can I drive from Malin Head to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Malin Head to Cork is 464 km. It takes approximately 6h 4m to drive from Malin Head to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 290+ hotels available in Cork.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Malin Head to Cork by car, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, train
best
1. Drive from Malin Head to Castlerockcar
2. Take the train from Castlerock to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
4. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain 208 / ...
9h 30m
€68–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carndonagh to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 933 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 10 to Cork Alfred Streetbus 707
11h 4m
€48–66
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Carndonagh to Parnell Square Eastbus 933 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain 208 / ...
10h 41m
€49–69
Drive 464.4 km
1. Drive from Malin Head to Corkcar 464.4 km
6h 4m
€78–112
Bus via Londonderry County Borough
1. Take the bus from Foyle Street Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2bus X4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 to Cork Alfred Streetbus 704x
12h 2m

Malin Head to Cork by foot, bus, tram, and train

29Weekly Services

10h 41mAverage Duration

€49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 648 km
Duration: 9h 30m

What companies run services between Malin Head, Ireland and Cork, Ireland?

You can take a vehicle from Malin Head to Cork Alfred Street via Malin Head, Carndonagh, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Dublin Airport Zone 10 in around 11h 4m.

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