What is the distance between Belfast and Cork?

The distance covered from Belfast to Cork is 344 km (213 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Belfast to Cork?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Stena Line Terminal, in Belfast, and end it at Cork Airport, in Cork.

Bus Belfast to Cork from $72 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Belfast to Cork on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:10pm	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	11:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	Cheapest
Bus	1:10pm	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	8:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	Fastest
Bus	2:10pm	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	9:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags
Bus	3:10pm	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	10:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags
Bus	5:10pm	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	12:00am	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags

Next departures for Belfast to Cork on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	10:00am	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	CheapestFastest
Bus	5:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	8h 50m	2:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	2:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags
Bus	9:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	4:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags
Bus	10:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	5:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags

Next departures for Belfast to Cork on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	10:00am	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	CheapestFastest
Aircoach + Irish Citylink	Bus	5:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	8h 20m	1:30pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Rd	No tags
	Bus	7:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	2:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags
	Bus	9:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	4:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags
	Bus	10:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	5:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags

Next departures for Belfast to Cork on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Aircoach + Irish Citylink	Bus	5:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	8h 20m	1:30pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Rd	Cheapest
	Bus	3:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	10:00am	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	Fastest
	Bus	7:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	2:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags
	Bus	9:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	4:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags
	Bus	10:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	5:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags

Next departures for Belfast to Cork on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	5:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	Cheapest
Bus	3:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	10:00am	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	Fastest
Bus	5:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	7h 50m	1:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	2:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags
Bus	9:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	4:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags

Next departures for Belfast to Cork on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	7h 50m	1:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	Cheapest
Bus	3:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	10:00am	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	Fastest
Bus	7:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	2:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags
Bus	9:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	4:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags
Bus	10:10am	Belfast, Grand Central Station	6h 50m	5:00pm	Cork Lower Glanmire Road, near Leisureplex	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Belfast to Cork

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cork. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

6h 50mAverage Duration

344 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$72 - $81	Average Duration6h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$56 - $56	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Belfast and Cork?

Stops in Belfast

A
Stena Line Terminal
Belfast BT3 9BY, UK
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B
Europa Bus Centre
21 Glengall Street, Belfast, BT12
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Stops in Cork

A
Cork Airport
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B
Cork Bus Station at Parnell Place
Lower Oliver Plunkett St, Cork, Ireland
C
Ringaskiddy Ferry Terminal
Port of Cork, Loughbeg, Co. Cork, Ireland

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Aircoach

4.5/52,224 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi3.7

Based on 2224 reviews, the company was rated 4.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Aircoach ticket prices on this trip start at $72

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Belfast to Cork by bus

What is the distance between Belfast and Cork?
The distance covered from Belfast to Cork is 344 km (213 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Belfast to Cork?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Stena Line Terminal, in Belfast, and end it at Cork Airport, in Cork.