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 4h 11m.

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 - €65.

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 Andersn's Quay via Galway Coach Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

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 4h 11m.

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 11m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m 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 Bus Éireann, 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 11m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Roscommon to Cork bus arrive?

Roscommon to Cork bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Galway Ceannt 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 312+ hotels available in Cork.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Roscommon to Cork by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Roscommon to Portarlingtontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain Ic / ...
4h 11m
€27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roscommon to Galway Ceanntbus 425 / ...
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
5h 29m
€36–58
Drive 239.8 km
1. Drive from Roscommon to Corkcar 239.8 km
2h 55m
€43–62
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Roscommon to Galway Cathdrlbus 433
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Henry Streetbus 251
3. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
6h 41m

Roscommon to Cork by train

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 290.8 km
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Roscommon to Cork via Portarlington and Portlaoise in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Roscommon to Cork Andersn's Quay via Galway Ceannt and Galway Coach Stn in around 5h 29m.

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