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Ballymena to Cork

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballymena to Cork

Composite routes from Ballymena to Cork

Cheapest
4 h 37 min
Car
465 km.
from $25
Other
7 h 44 min
360 km.
from $106.47
7 h 54 min
Train
360 km.
from $62.22
7 h 55 min
Train, Plane
360 km.
from $178.59
8 h 9 min
360 km.
from $90.49

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Belfast City Airport to Cork
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
Monday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$26.58–$189.87

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Belfast City Airport to Cork
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$379.73–$1,075.91

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Belfast City Airport to Cork
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$379.73–$1,075.91

Ryanair UK

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Belfast City Airport to Cork
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$45.57–$367.08

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Dublin Heuston to Cork
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$39.24

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Ballymena to Great
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$17.72
Train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$45.57
Train from Ballymena to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$17.72
Train from Ballymena to Lanyon
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46
Bus from George Street to High
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

Bus operators

Aircoach

Phone:
+353 0 1 844 7118
Email:
info@aircoach.ie
Website:
aircoach.ie/
Bus from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Dublin,
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58
Bus from Aston Quay to Cork
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$32.91

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Glengall Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.89

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
info@citylink.ie
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Zone 10 to Cork
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$34.18

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Cork is to train and bus which costs $35.87 - $52.17 and takes 7h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Cork is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs $92.39 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballymena and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballymena to Cork. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Cork Alfred Street via Belfast, Europa Buscentre and Aston Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Ballymena and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Ballymena to Cork. However, there are services departing from Ballymena and arriving at Cork via Great Victoria Street, Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Ballymena to Cork?

The distance between Ballymena and Cork is 501 km. The road distance is 464.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballymena to Cork without a car is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Ballymena to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Cork bus from?

Ballymena to Cork bus services, operated by Translink UK, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Ballymena to Cork train from?

Ballymena to Cork train services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Ballymena station.

Train or bus from Ballymena to Cork?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Cork is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $53.26 - $76.09 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the Ballymena to Cork bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballymena to Cork train arrive?

Ballymena to Cork train services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Great Victoria Street station.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Cork is 464 km. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Ballymena to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 238+ hotels available in Cork. Prices start at $68.92 per night.
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