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

The cheapest way to get from Tralee to Cork is to train which costs €12 - €17 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tralee to Cork is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Tralee and Cork?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tralee Bus Station station and arriving at Mercy Hospl. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Tralee and Cork?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tralee and arriving at Cork. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Tralee to Cork?

The distance between Tralee and Cork is 133 km. The road distance is 117.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tralee to Cork without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs €12 - €17.

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

The train from Tralee to Cork takes 2h 9m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Tralee to Cork bus from?

Tralee to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Tralee Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Tralee to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Tralee to Cork?

The best way to get from Tralee to Cork is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs €12 - €17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €25 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Tralee to Cork bus arrive?

Tralee to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Mercy Hospl station.

Where does the Tralee to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tralee to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Tralee to Cork is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Tralee to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 329+ hotels available in Cork.

Tralee to Cork - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Tralee to Cork by train, bus, or car

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Tralee to Cork by train

57Weekly Trains

2h 9mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 132.9 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Tralee to Cork every 4 hours. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Tralee Bus Station to Mercy Hospl every 2 hours. Tickets cost €18–25 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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