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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballina to Cork

Composite routes from Ballina to Cork

Cheapest
3 h 23 min
Car
293 km.
from $16

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Ireland West Airport Knock to Cork
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$36.96–$130.43

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Ireland West Airport Knock to Cork
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$250.00–$760.87

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Manulla Junction to Portarlington
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.30–$23.91
Train from Portlaoise to Cork
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.30–$25.00

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Ballina Bus Station to ATU
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74
Bus from ATU Galway to Cork
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Ballina Bus Station to ATU
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04–$19.57
Bus from ATU Galway to Cork
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00
Bus from ATU Galway to Limerick
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48
Bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Cork
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.96–$17.39

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Ballina Humbert Street to ATU
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.04–$21.74
Bus from ATU Galway to Coburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$15.22–$25.00
Bus from ATU Galway to Cork
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.22–$25.00

Treacy Coaches

Phone:
+353 86 399 3003
Email:
treacycoaches@yahoo.com
Website:
transportforireland.ie
Bus from Ballina Bus Station to ATU
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once a week

Barrett Travel

Phone:
+353 97 83544
Email:
info@barrettcoaches.com
Website:
barrettcoaches.com/
Bus from Ballina Bus Station to ATU
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Cork is to bus which costs $28.26 - $46.74 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Cork is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Cork. However, there are services departing from Ballina Humbert Street and arriving at Coburg Street via ATU Galway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Ballina and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Ballina to Cork. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Cork via Manulla Junction, Portarlington and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Ballina to Cork?

The distance between Ballina and Cork is 329 km. The road distance is 292.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Cork without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $28.26 - $46.74 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Ballina to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Cork bus from?

Ballina to Cork bus services, operated by Barrett Travel, depart from Ballina Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Cork train from?

Ballina to Cork train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Manulla Junction station.

Train, bus or fly from Ballina to Cork?

The best way to get from Ballina to Cork is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $28.26 - $46.74 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $41.30 - $65.22 and takes 7h 24m, you could also fly, which costs $54.35 - $173.91 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Ballina to Cork bus arrive?

Ballina to Cork bus services, operated by Barrett Travel, arrive at ATU Galway station.

What is the time difference between Ballina and Cork?

It is currently 04:33 at both, Ballina and Cork.

Where does the Ballina to Cork train arrive?

Ballina to Cork train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Ballina to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Cork is 293 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Ballina to Cork.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ballina to Cork?

Book your Ballina to Cork bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 238+ hotels available in Cork. Prices start at $68.92 per night.
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