What is the cheapest way to get from Cork City to Dublin?

The cheapest way to get from Cork City to Dublin is to bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Cork City to Dublin?

The fastest way to get from Cork City to Dublin is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Cork City and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Bachelors Walk. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Cork City and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cork and arriving at Dublin Heuston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Cork City to Dublin?

The distance between Cork City and Dublin is 265 km. The road distance is 249.6 km.

How do I travel from Cork City to Dublin without a car?

The best way to get from Cork City to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €22 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Cork City to Dublin?

The train from Cork to Dublin Heuston takes 2h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cork City to Dublin bus from?

Cork City to Dublin bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Cork Alfred Street station.

Where do I catch the Cork City to Dublin train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cork City to Dublin?

The best way to get from Cork City to Dublin is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 3h, you could also fly, which costs €70 - €200 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Cork City to Dublin bus arrive?

Cork City to Dublin bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Cork City to Dublin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork City to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork City to Dublin is 250 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Cork City to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1068+ hotels available in Dublin.

Cork City to Dublin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Cork City to Dublin 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 Cork to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2h 28m
€22–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Bachelors Walkbus 704x
3h
€19–35
Drive 249.6 km
1. Drive from Cork City to Dublincar 249.6 km
2h 35m
€43–61
Fly
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
5h 7m
€72–196

Cork City to Dublin by train

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 265.3 km
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Cork City, Ireland and Dublin, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, Aircoach operates a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Bachelors Walk hourly. Tickets cost €19–26 and the journey takes 3h. Three other operators also service this route.

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