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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Cork is to bus via Dublin which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Cork is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Cork. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Cork Alfred St via Airport Zone 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Cork. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Cork via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Belfast to Cork?

The distance between Belfast and Cork is 448 km. The road distance is 403.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Cork without a car is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs €40 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Belfast to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Cork bus from?

Belfast to Cork bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Grand Central Station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Cork train from?

Belfast to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Cork?

The best way to get from Belfast to Cork is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs €40 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €160 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Belfast to Cork bus arrive?

Belfast to Cork bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Terminal 1 Zone 1 station.

Where does the Belfast to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Cork is 404 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Belfast to Cork.

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

Book your Belfast to Cork bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 316+ hotels available in Cork.

Belfast to Cork - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromBelfast to Cork

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Cork by train, bus, or car

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 Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain Ic / ...
5h 29m
€44–66
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Belfast Glengall to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
2. Take the bus from Aston Quay to Cork Alfred Stbus 704x
6h 15m
€35–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 10 to Cork Alfred Stbus 707
6h 7m
€42–160
Drive 403.8 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Corkcar 403.8 km
4h 24m
€74–107

Belfast to Cork by train and tram

200Weekly Services

5h 29mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Launch map view

Distance: 447.8 km
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Cork, Ireland?

You can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Cork via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central Station to Cork Alfred St via Terminal 1 Zone 1 and Airport Zone 10 in around 6h 7m.

Train operators