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 €26 - €40 and takes 5h 1m.

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 55m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Roscommon and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Roscommon to Cork. However, there are services departing from Roscommon and arriving at Cork Anderson's Quay via Henry Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

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 and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Roscommon to Cork?

The distance between Roscommon and Cork is 247 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 bus which takes 4h 40m and costs €35 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m 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 bus which takes 4h 40m and costs €35 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 5h 1m.

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 55m to drive from Roscommon to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 287+ hotels available in Cork.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Roscommon 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 Roscommon to O'Connell Streetbus Ul06
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 251
4h 40m
€35–49
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Roscommon to Portarlingtontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain 208 / ...
5h 1m
€27–39
Drive 239.8 km
1. Drive from Roscommon to Corkcar 239.8 km
2h 55m
€40–58
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Roscommon to O'Connell Streetbus Ul06
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Cork Bus Stationbus 51
4h 57m
€38–54
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Roscommon to Galway Cathedralbus 433
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 251
5h 17m

Roscommon to Cork by bus

6Weekly Buses

4h 40mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Roscommon to Cork.

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Distance: 246.9 km
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Roscommon to Cork Anderson's Quay via O'Connell Street and Henry Street in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roscommon to Cork via Portarlington and Portlaoise in around 5h 1m.

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