How to get from Cork City to Kildare by bus and train?

From Cork City to Kildare by bus and train

To get from Cork City to Kildare in Ireland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 205 bus from Mercy Hospl station to Kent Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the INTERCITY train and finally take the COMMUTER train from Portlaoise station to Kildare station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 45 min. The bus and train schedule from Cork City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Kildare on the Moovit app.

165min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 205205
Train - INTERCITYINTERCITY
Train - COMMUTERCOMMUTER
Leaves from Mercy Hospl

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mercy Hospl
    ID 240681
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 205205
    Wait for bus
    205
    Kent Train Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kent Station
    ID 212631
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Cork (Kent)
    80 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - INTERCITYINTERCITY
    Wait for train
    INTERCITY
    Dublin Heuston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Portlaoise
    104 min
  • 7
    Train - COMMUTERCOMMUTER
    Wait for train
    COMMUTER
    Dublin Heuston
  • 8
    Ride to train station Kildare
    Ride to train station
    Kildare
    23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cork City to Kildare

The distance between Cork City, Ireland and Kildare, Ireland is approximately 219.86 km, which can typically be travelled in 165 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cork City to Kildare by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Cork City to Kildare

To check the bus and train schedule from Cork City to Kildare using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Cork City) and destination (Kildare), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cork City to Kildare?

    The fastest way takes 165 minutes, using Bus line 205, Train line INTERCITY, Train line COMMUTER.

  • Is there a direct bus between Cork City and Kildare in Ireland?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 45 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cork City to Kildare in Ireland?

    The 205 bus line goes from Mercy Hospl station near Cork City to Kent Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Kent Station near Kildare in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Cork City to Kildare in Ireland by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Cork City and Kildare in Ireland by bus and train is about 2 hr 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Cork City to get to Kildare in Ireland?

    Get on the 205 bus from the Mercy Hospl stop near Cork City in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Cork City and Kildare in Ireland?

    Get off the bus at the Kent Station, which is closest to Kildare in Ireland.

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