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

The cheapest way to get from Northern Ireland to Cork is to bus which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Northern Ireland to Cork is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Northern Ireland and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Northern Ireland to Cork. However, there are services departing from Europa Bus Centre and arriving at Cork Alfred Street via Aston Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Northern Ireland and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Northern Ireland to Cork. However, there are services departing from Belfast Great Central and arriving at Cork via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Northern Ireland to Cork?

The distance between Northern Ireland and Cork is 448 km. The road distance is 403.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Northern Ireland to Cork without a car is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Northern Ireland to Cork, including transfers.

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

Northern Ireland to Cork bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Europa Bus Centre station.

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

Northern Ireland to Cork train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Great Central station.

Train or bus from Northern Ireland to Cork?

The best way to get from Northern Ireland to Cork is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Northern Ireland to Cork bus arrive?

Northern Ireland to Cork bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at The Gresham Hotel station.

Where does the Northern Ireland to Cork train arrive?

Northern Ireland to Cork train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Northern Ireland to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Northern Ireland to Cork is 404 km. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Northern Ireland to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 290+ hotels available in Cork.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Northern Ireland 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 Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain 208 / ...
5h 51m
€39–59
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
2. Take the bus from Aston Quay to Cork Alfred Streetbus 704x
5h 56m
€35–51
Drive 403.8 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Corkcar 403.8 km
4h 25m
€71–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 10 to Cork Alfred Streetbus 707
6h 15m
€39–52

Northern Ireland to Cork by train and tram

99Weekly Services

5h 51mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Northern Ireland to Cork.

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Distance: 447.8 km
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a train from Belfast Great Central to Cork via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Europa Bus Centre to Cork Alfred Street via The Gresham Hotel and Aston Quay in around 5h 56m.

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