How to get from Kells to Cork by bus?

Kells to Cork - Bus Schedule

The 280 bus from Kells to Cork runs from 10:53 to 21:22, with departures every 1 hr-4 hr. The trip takes about 3 hr 38 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Kells to Cork by bus

To get from Kells to Cork in Ireland, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 280 bus from Kells station to Rock Road station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 40 bus and finally take the 205 bus from Mercy Hospl station to Kent Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 38 min. The bus schedule from Kells may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Cork on the Moovit app.

218min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 280280
Bus - 4040
Bus - 205205
Walk to Cork
Leaves from Kells

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kells
    ID 350741
    1.28 km • 16 min
  • 2
    Bus - 280280
    Wait for bus
    280
    Killarney Bus Stn
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rock Road
    ID 335741
    81 min
  • 4
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Cork
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mercy Hospl
    ID 240681
    95 min
  • 6
    Bus - 205205
    Wait for bus
    205
    Kent Train Station
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kent Station
    ID 212631
    12 min
  • 8
    Walk to Cork
    Walk to
    Cork
    80 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Kells to Cork

The distance between Kells, Ireland and Cork, Ireland is approximately 143.6 km, which can typically be travelled in 218 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Kells to Cork by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Kells to Cork

To check the bus schedule from Kells to Cork using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Kells) and destination (Cork), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Kells to Cork?

    The fastest way takes 218 minutes, using Bus line 280, Bus line 40, Bus line 205.

  • Is there a direct bus between Kells and Cork?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Kells to Cork?

    The 280 bus line goes from Kells station near Kells in Caherciveen to Rock Road station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Rock Road station near Cork in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Kells to Cork by bus?

    The total travel time between Kells in Caherciveen and Cork in Ireland by bus is about 3 hr 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Kells to get to Cork?

    Get on the 280 bus from the Kells stop near Kells in Caherciveen.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Kells and Cork?

    Get off the bus at the Rock Road stop, which is closest to Cork in Ireland.

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