How to get from Antrim to Cork
The fastest way to travel from Antrim to Cork takes approximately 448 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus, train and tram. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
448 min
483.9 km
4 transfers
218
Larne Harbour - Belfast Great Central
rail
Red
Intercity
Departs from:
Mount Oriel Court
Walking:
44 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Mount Oriel Court
2
Take
218
Bus
Direction: Buscentre - Coleraine - Laganside Buscentre - Belfast
From Mount Oriel Court
to Nelson Street Bus Lane
(2 stops, 31 min)
3
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Yorkgate
4
Take
Larne Harbour - Belfast Great Central
Train
Direction: Belfast Great Central
From Yorkgate
to Belfast Great Central
(7 stops, 14 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Belfast
6
Take
rail
Train
Direction: Dublin Connolly
From Belfast
to Dublin Connolly
(4 stops, 130 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Connolly
8
Take
Red
Tram
Direction: Tallaght
From Connolly
to Heuston
(6 stops, 14 min)
9
Walk 10 min (0.6 km)
to Dublin Heuston
10
Take
Intercity
Train
Direction: Cork (Kent)
From Dublin Heuston
to Cork (Kent)
(3 stops, 148 min)
11
Walk 22 min (1.3 km)
✓
Arrive at Cork
Public transport stations close to Antrim
Antrim is located in Antrim and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Antrim:
- Antrim
Bus stations close to Antrim:
- Antrim Depot
- Mount Oriel Court
- Technical College
- Oriel Road
Public transport stations close to Cork
Cork is located in Antrim and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Cork:
- South Mall (VHI House Stop A)
- Saint Patrick's Street
- South Mall (Opp Cork Passport Office)
- Daunt's Square
Alternative Route
417 min
459.3 km
2 transfers
Portrush - Belfast Great Central
785
704x
Departs from:
Antrim
Walking:
16 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 0 min
to Antrim
2
Take
Portrush - Belfast Great Central
Train
Direction: Belfast Great Central
From Antrim
to Belfast Great Central
(12 stops, 36 min)
3
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Glengall Street
4
Take
785
Bus
Direction: Dublin City
From Glengall Street
to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20
6
Take
704x
Bus
Direction: Cork
From Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20
to Cork Alfred Street
(2 stops, 215 min)
7
Walk 11 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Cork
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Antrim to Cork.
How do I travel from Antrim to Cork in Antrim?
The quickest journey from Antrim to Cork takes approximately 448 minutes via the 218 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Cork from Antrim?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 417 minutes using the Portrush - Belfast Great Central train line.
Can I get directly from Antrim to Cork without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 448 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Antrim and Cork?
The 218 line provides bus service between Mount Oriel Court and Cork (Kent) in Antrim.
What is the journey time from Antrim to Cork by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Antrim to Cork in Antrim takes approximately 448 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Antrim to Cork?
Board the 218 bus at Mount Oriel Court station, located near Antrim in Antrim.
Which station is closest to Cork?
The nearest stop to Cork is Cork (Kent) station. Exit here to reach your destination in Antrim.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.