What is the cheapest way to get from Cork to Northern Ireland?

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Northern Ireland is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cork to Northern Ireland?

The fastest way to get from Cork to Northern Ireland is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Northern Ireland?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Northern Ireland. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Europa Bus Centre via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Northern Ireland?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Northern Ireland. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Belfast Great Central via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Cork to Northern Ireland?

The distance between Cork and Northern Ireland is 280 miles. The road distance is 251.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cork to Northern Ireland without a car?

The best way to get from Cork to Northern Ireland without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Cork to Northern Ireland?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Cork to Northern Ireland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Northern Ireland bus from?

Cork to Northern Ireland bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Cork Alfred Street station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Northern Ireland train from?

Cork to Northern Ireland train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cork station.

Train or bus from Cork to Northern Ireland?

The best way to get from Cork to Northern Ireland is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Cork to Northern Ireland bus arrive?

Cork to Northern Ireland bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 station.

Where does the Cork to Northern Ireland train arrive?

Cork to Northern Ireland train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Cork to Northern Ireland?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Northern Ireland is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Cork to Northern Ireland.

Where can I stay near Northern Ireland?

There are 1253+ hotels available in Northern Ireland.

Cork to Northern Ireland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cork to Northern Ireland by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Cork to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
5h 28m
£34–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20bus 704x
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
6h 7m
£30–41
Drive 250.4 mi
1. Drive from Cork to Belfastcar 250.4 mi
4h 24m
£62–89
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Kerry Airportbus
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
3. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Portadowntrain
6h 41m
£53–120
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Zone 10bus 707
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
6h 10m

Cork to Northern Ireland by train, tram, and foot

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5h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 278.6 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Cork to Belfast Great Central via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Europa Bus Centre via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 in around 6h 7m.

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