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Cork to Ballymena

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Cork, Irish → Ballymena, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cork to Ballymena

Composite routes from Cork to Ballymena

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easyJet
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British Airways
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Aer Lingus
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easyJet
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4h 10m
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$28.02–$191.07
British Airways
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4h 48m
Every day
$382.13–$1,082.71
Aer Lingus
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5h 2m
Every day
$382.13–$1,082.71
Irish Rail
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Translink UK
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Irish Rail
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2h 31m
Hourly
$26.75–$39.49
+353 1 836 6222
+353 1 836 6222
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Translink UK
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2h 8m
Hourly
$31.84–$45.86
+44 28 9066 6630
+44 28 9066 6630
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Aircoach
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Dublin Express
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Citylink
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Aircoach
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3h 25m
Hourly
$24.20–$34.39
+353 0 1 844 7118
+353 0 1 844 7118
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Dublin Express
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1h 45m
Hourly
$9.95
+353 1 903 9508
+353 1 903 9508
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Citylink
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3h 30m
Every 2 hours
$20.38–$33.12
+353 91 564 164
+353 91 564 164
Call Contact via email

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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