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Cork to Ballymena

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Six ways to Travel from Cork to Ballymena

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Cheapest
By car (463 km)
4 h 34 min
463 km.
from $25
Other
Rideshare
4 h 34 min
463 km.
from $17.61
Train
7 h 9 min
360 km.
from $107.41
Bus
7 h 56 min
360 km.
from $89.45
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
7 h 21 min
360 km.
from $73.70
Plane, Train
7 h 57 min
360 km.
from $178.72

Transport providers

Airlines

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Cork Airport to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$23.91–$163.04

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Cork Airport to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$326.09–$923.91

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Cork Airport to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$326.09–$923.91

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Cork to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.83–$33.70

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Dublin Connolly to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.17–$39.13
Train from Great Victoria Street to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.33–$15.22
Train from Lanyon Place to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.78–$14.13
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.09–$35.87
Bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.30–$22.83

Bus operators

Aircoach

Phone:
+353 0 1 844 7118
Email:
Website:
aircoach.ie/
Bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.65–$29.35
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 to Belfast,
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.49

Citylink

Phone:
+353 91 564 164
Email:
Website:
citylink.ie/
Bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$17.39–$28.26

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Ballymena is to bus which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Ballymena is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs $92.39 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Ballymena station. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Ballymena Bus Station via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 and Bridge Street 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Ballymena via Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Great Victoria Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Cork to Ballymena?

The distance between Cork and Ballymena is 501 km. The road distance is 464 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Ballymena without a car is to train which takes 7h 9m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Cork to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Ballymena bus from?

Cork to Ballymena bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Alfred Street station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Ballymena train from?

Cork to Ballymena train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Cork station.

Train or bus from Cork to Ballymena?

The best way to get from Cork to Ballymena is to train which takes 7h 9m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Cork to Ballymena bus arrive?

Cork to Ballymena bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 10 station.

Where does the Cork to Ballymena train arrive?

Cork to Ballymena train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Cork to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Ballymena is 464 km. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Cork to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 182+ hotels available in Ballymena. Prices start at $51.34 per night.
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