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

The cheapest way to get from Swords to Cork is to bus via Swords Castle which costs €24 - €35 and takes 6h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swords to Cork is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Swords and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Swords to Cork. However, there are services departing from Seatown and arriving at Cork Alfred Street via Crampton Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Swords to Cork?

The distance between Swords and Cork is 286 km. The road distance is 266.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Swords to Cork without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs €27 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Swords to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swords to Cork bus from?

Swords to Cork bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Crampton Quay station.

Train, bus or fly from Swords to Cork?

The best way to get from Swords to Cork is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs €27 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €35 and takes 4h 29m, you could also fly, which costs €55 - €230 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Swords to Cork bus arrive?

Swords to Cork bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Cork Alfred Street station.

Can I drive from Swords to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Swords to Cork is 266 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Swords to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 135+ hotels available in Cork.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Swords to Cork by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Dublin Heuston to Corktrain 208 / ...
4h 5m
€27–41
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Cork Alfred Streetbus 707
4h 29m
€25–34
Drive 266.1 km
1. Drive from Swords to Corkcar 266.1 km
2h 46m
€45–65
Fly
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane DUB - ORK
5h 12m
€55–228
Bus via Swords Castle
1. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
6h 16m
€25–33

Swords to Cork by bus, tram, and train

99Weekly Services

4h 5mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 286.2 km
Duration: 4h 5m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Cork hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 32m. Alternatively, Citylink operates a bus from Crampton Quay to Cork Alfred Street hourly. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 3h.

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