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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Cork is to train and bus which costs €55 - €200 and takes 11h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Cork is to drive which takes 5h 52m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Cork. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Cork Alfred Street via Coleraine Buscentre, Europa Bus Centre and Crampton Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Cork. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Cork via Coleraine, Belfast Great Central, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

How far is it from Portrush to Cork?

The distance between Portrush and Cork is 556 km. The road distance is 451.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Cork without a car is to train which takes 8h 46m and costs €55 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 8h 46m to get from Portrush to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Cork bus from?

Portrush to Cork bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine Buscentre station.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Cork train from?

Portrush to Cork train services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine station.

Train, bus or fly from Portrush to Cork?

The best way to get from Portrush to Cork is to train which takes 8h 46m and costs €55 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 13m, you could also fly, which costs €80 - €340 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Portrush to Cork bus arrive?

Portrush to Cork bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at High Street station.

Where does the Portrush to Cork train arrive?

Portrush to Cork train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Cork is 452 km. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from Portrush to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 134+ hotels available in Cork.

Portrush to Cork - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Portrush to Cork 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
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1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain 208 / ...
8h 46m
€57–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to High Streetbus 218
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Cork Alfred Streetbus 707
10h 13m
Drive 451.5 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Corkcar 451.5 km
5h 52m
€79–114
Fly from City Of Derry Airport
1. Fly from City Of Derry Airport (LDY) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane LDY - ORK
8h 12m
€84–335
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Burgh Quaybus 785
3. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
11h 4m
€57–199
Train to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Lanyon Placetrain
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane BHD - ORK
8h 31m
€95–287
Train to Belfast International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Antrimtrain
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane BFS - ORK
8h 21m
€80–229

Portrush to Cork by train and tram

99Weekly Services

8h 46mAverage Duration

€57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 556.2 km
Duration: 8h 46m

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Cork via Coleraine, Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 8h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Cork Alfred Street via Coleraine Buscentre, High Street, Europa Bus Centre, The Gresham Hotel, and Crampton Quay in around 10h 13m.

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