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

The cheapest way to get from Downpatrick to Cork is to bus which costs €35 - €45 and takes 7h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Downpatrick to Cork is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Downpatrick and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Downpatrick to Cork. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Cork Alfred Street via Glengall Street and Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Downpatrick to Cork?

The distance between Downpatrick and Cork is 453 km. The road distance is 390.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Downpatrick to Cork without a car is to bus which takes 7h 23m and costs €35 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Downpatrick to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downpatrick to Cork bus from?

Downpatrick to Cork bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Glengall Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Downpatrick to Cork?

The best way to get from Downpatrick to Cork is to bus which takes 7h 23m and costs €35 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 7h 46m, you could also fly, which costs €90 - €220 and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Downpatrick to Cork bus arrive?

Downpatrick to Cork bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21 station.

Can I drive from Downpatrick to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Downpatrick to Cork is 390 km. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Downpatrick to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 281+ hotels available in Cork.

Downpatrick to Cork - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Downpatrick to Cork by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21785
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 to Cork Alfred Street704x
7h 23m
€35–44
Train
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to CorkIc
7h 46m
€43–65
Drive 390.4 km
1. Drive from Downpatrick to Cork390.4 km
4h 25m
€69–99
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Cork Airport
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Cork Airport (ORK)BHD - ORK
7h 51m
€92–219
Train via Belfast
1. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to CorkIc
7h 56m
€43–65
Bus via Roughal Park
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1785
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 10 to Cork Alfred Street707
8h 4m
€39–52
Bus, bus to Dublin Airport, fly to Cork Airport
1. Take the bus from Downpatrick Bus Station to Newry Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2
3. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cork Airport (ORK)DUB - ORK
8h 15m
Bus, bus to Dublin Airport, fly to Kerry Airport
1. Take the bus from Downpatrick Bus Station to Newry Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2
3. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kerry Airport (KIR)DUB - KIR
4. Take the bus from Kerry Airport to Cork Western Rd
7h 44m

Downpatrick to Cork by bus

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7h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 452.6 km
Duration: 7h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Church Street to Cork Alfred Street via Grand Central Bus Stand 14, Glengall Street, Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21, and Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 in around 7h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to Cork via Grand Central Bus Stand 14, Belfast Grand Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 7h 46m.

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