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

The cheapest way to get from Roscommon to Cork is to train which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Roscommon to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Roscommon and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Roscommon to Cork station. However, there are services departing from Roscommon and arriving at Cork Bus Station via Limerick Colbert Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Roscommon and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Roscommon to Cork. However, there are services departing from Roscommon and arriving at Cork via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Roscommon to Cork?

The distance between Roscommon and Cork is 291 km. The road distance is 239.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Roscommon to Cork without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Roscommon to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roscommon to Cork bus from?

Roscommon to Cork bus services, operated by Westlink Coaches, depart from Roscommon station.

Where do I catch the Roscommon to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Roscommon to Cork?

The best way to get from Roscommon to Cork is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Limerick, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Roscommon to Cork bus arrive?

Roscommon to Cork bus services, operated by Westlink Coaches, arrive at O'Connell Street station.

Where does the Roscommon to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Roscommon to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Roscommon to Cork is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Roscommon to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 280+ hotels available in Cork.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Roscommon 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 Roscommon to Portarlington803 / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to CorkIc
4h 13m
€26–37
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Roscommon to O'Connell StreetUl06
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Cork Bus Station51
4h 31m
€33–54
Drive 239.8 km
1. Drive from Roscommon to Cork239.8 km
2h 54m
€41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roscommon to O'Connell StreetUl06
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Anderson's Quay251
4h 40m
€35–49

Roscommon to Cork by train

7Weekly Trains

4h 13mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.8 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Roscommon to Cork via Portarlington in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Roscommon to Cork Bus Station via O'Connell Street and Limerick Colbert Station in around 4h 31m.

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