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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Belfast to Cork City

Composite routes from Belfast to Cork City

Cheapest
4 h 8 min
Car
421 km.
from $23
Fastest
1 h 5 min
Plane
Other
6 h 2 min
344 km.
from $89.41
6 h 15 min
344 km.
from $43.26
6 h 54 min
Bus, Plane
343 km.
from $63.37
6 h 43 min
344 km.
from $76.22
6 h 40 min
Bus, Plane
343 km.
from $49.78

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Dublin Airport to Cork
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$36.71–$164.55
Plane from Belfast City Airport to Cork
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
Monday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$26.58–$189.87
Plane from Dublin Airport to Kerry
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$22.78–$94.93

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 Dublin Airport to Cork
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Friday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$227.84–$582.26
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 Great Victoria Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$45.57
Bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 3 to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.38–$41.77

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 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.89

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Kerry Airport to Cork
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

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 Belfast to Cork City?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Cork City is to bus via Dublin which costs $36.96 - $51.09 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to Cork City?

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Cork City is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Cork City?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Cork City. However, there are services departing from Belfast, Europa Buscentre and arriving at Cork Alfred Street via Aston Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Cork City?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Cork City. However, there are services departing from Great Victoria Street and arriving at Cork via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Belfast to Cork City?

The distance between Belfast and Cork City is 448 km. The road distance is 420.8 km.

How do I travel from Belfast to Cork City without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to Cork City without a car is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Belfast to Cork City?

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Belfast to Cork City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Cork City bus from?

Belfast to Cork City bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Cork City train from?

Belfast to Cork City train services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Great Victoria Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Belfast to Cork City?

The best way to get from Belfast to Cork City is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs $36.96 - $51.09 and takes 6h 15m, you could also fly, which costs $59.78 - $206.52 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Belfast to Cork City bus arrive?

Belfast to Cork City bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel) station.

Where does the Belfast to Cork City train arrive?

Belfast to Cork City train services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Cork City?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Cork City is 421 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Belfast to Cork City.

How do I get a bus ticket from Belfast to Cork City?

Book your Belfast to Cork City bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cork City?

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