How far is it from Cork to Bantry?

The distance between Cork and Bantry is 87 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Cork to Bantry?

The drive from Cork to Bantry takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Cork to Bantry?

The fastest route from Cork to Bantry covers 87 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.

Which direction is Bantry from Cork?

Bantry lies roughly to the west of Cork.

Which roads does the route from Cork to Bantry follow?

The drive from Cork to Bantry mainly follows R585.

Which towns do you pass between Cork and Bantry?

Towns on the route from Cork to Bantry include Bishopstown, Macroom, Ballingurteen, Ballingeary (Béal Átha an Ghaorthaidh), Ballylickey.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Cork and Bantry?

Along the route from Cork to Bantry you can fill up at O'Reilly's Garage (24/7), Circle K, Top. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Cork and Bantry?

Along the route from Cork to Bantry you can stop for the night or service your van at Eagle Point Camping.

Where can I stop to rest between Cork and Bantry?

On the route from Cork to Bantry you can take a break at Staff Toilet and Shower Room, Public Toilets.

Are there charging stations between Cork and Bantry?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Cork to Bantry, including Mahon Point P4, Cork (250 kW); Frankfield Road, Douglas (200 kW); Millstreet Rd, Macroom (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 130.

Cork Bantry

Distance: 87 kmDrive time: 1 h 15 min

Driving from Cork to Bantry takes about 1 h 15 min via R585. The distance is 87 km. The straight-line distance is 72 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Cork, Ahiohill, Dunmanway, Ballingeary (Béal Átha an Ghaorthaidh), Ballylickey. Driving directions

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Driving directions21 · 87 km

1 Depart onto Saint Patrick's Street 91 m
2 Turn right onto Robert Street 102 m
3 Continue straight onto Morgan Street 112 m
4 At end of road, turn left onto South Mall 233 m
5 Keep slightly right onto South Mall 97 m
6 Continue straight onto Anglesea Street 223 m
7 Turn left onto Old Station Road 135 m
8 Turn right onto South Link Road 3 km
9 Enter rotary left 147 m
10 Exit rotary slightly left 456 m
11 Keep slightly right 15 m
12 Keep slightly right 351 m
13 Merge slightly right onto South Ring Road 6 km

14 Continue straight onto Ballincollig Bypass 6 km
15 Continue straight onto Macroom Road 14 km
16 Turn left 898 m
17 Turn right 21 km
18 Turn slightly right 25 km
19 Turn straight 5 km
20 At end of road, turn left onto Glengarriff Road 6 km
21 Arrive onto Marino Street

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The return trip from Bantry to Cork covers roughly the same distance, 87 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

130 chargers

Mahon Point P4, CorkMahon Point P4, Cork, Co. Cork250 kW
Frankfield Road, DouglasFrankfield Road, Douglas, County Cork200 kW
Millstreet Rd, MacroomMillstreet Rd, Macroom, Co. Cork200 kW
Douglas Relief Rd, DouglasDouglas Relief Rd, Douglas, Co. Cork190 kW
Main St, CarrigtwohillMain St, Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork190 kW

EV Charging Stations

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Top attractions along the route

No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular destinations close by

Bantry → Clonakilty57 km · 1 h Bantry → Skibbereen29 km · 30 min Bantry → Mallow99 km · 1 h 35 min Bantry → Durrus11 km · 15 min Bantry → Killarney78 km · 1 h 15 min Bantry → Kealkill17 km · 20 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 1 September 2026.

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How far is it from Cork to Bantry?: The distance between Cork and Bantry is 87 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Cork to Bantry?: The drive from Cork to Bantry takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Cork to Bantry?: The fastest route from Cork to Bantry covers 87 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.
Which direction is Bantry from Cork?: Bantry lies roughly to the west of Cork.
Which roads does the route from Cork to Bantry follow?: The drive from Cork to Bantry mainly follows R585.
Which towns do you pass between Cork and Bantry?: Towns on the route from Cork to Bantry include Bishopstown, Macroom, Ballingurteen, Ballingeary (Béal Átha an Ghaorthaidh), Ballylickey.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Cork and Bantry?: Along the route from Cork to Bantry you can fill up at O'Reilly's Garage (24/7), Circle K, Top. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Cork and Bantry?: Along the route from Cork to Bantry you can stop for the night or service your van at Eagle Point Camping.
Where can I stop to rest between Cork and Bantry?: On the route from Cork to Bantry you can take a break at Staff Toilet and Shower Room, Public Toilets.
Are there charging stations between Cork and Bantry?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Cork to Bantry, including Mahon Point P4, Cork (250 kW); Frankfield Road, Douglas (200 kW); Millstreet Rd, Macroom (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 130.

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