What is the cheapest way to get from Port of Holyhead to Cork?

The cheapest way to get from Port of Holyhead to Cork is to ferry and bus via Dublin which costs €60 - €85 and takes 9h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port of Holyhead to Cork?

The fastest way to get from Port of Holyhead to Cork is to car ferry and drive which takes 6h 2m and costs €80 - €120.

How far is it from Port of Holyhead to Cork?

The distance between Port of Holyhead and Cork is 361 km.

How do I travel from Port of Holyhead to Cork without a car?

The best way to get from Port of Holyhead to Cork without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 7h 8m and costs €85 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Port of Holyhead to Cork?

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Port of Holyhead to Cork, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 281+ hotels available in Cork.

Port of Holyhead to Cork - 4 ways to travel via train, car ferry, car

There are 4 ways to get from Port of Holyhead to Cork by car ferry, car, ferry, bus, or train

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

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Drive from Dublin Terminal 1 to Cork
6h 2m
€84–114
Ferry, bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Ferryport B+IHolyhead-Dublin Ferryport B+I
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Cork Anderson's Quay600
9h 17m
€64–81
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I0
2. Take the bus from Aston Quay to Cork Alfred Street704x
7h 8m
€87–124
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I0
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to CorkIc
7h 16m
€88–128

Port of Holyhead to Cork by foot, ferry, and bus

26Weekly Services

7h 8mAverage Duration

€87Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Port of Holyhead to Cork.

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Distance: 361.4 km
Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between Port of Holyhead, Wales and Cork, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Port of Holyhead to Cork. However, you can walk to Holyhead, take the car ferry to Dublin Terminal 1, then drive to Cork. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Port of Holyhead to Cork Alfred Street via Holyhead Ferry, Dublin Ferryport B+I, Castleforbes Road, Burgh Quay, and Aston Quay in around 7h 8m.

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