Travel to Cork through Cork Airport, Kent railway station, city bus connections or the ferry port at Ringaskiddy. The sections below explain the main arrival points and onward connections. Check the linked operators for current routes, departure times, fares and any service changes before booking.
By Plane
Cork Airport details
Phone: +353 (0)21 431 31 31
Website: www.corkairport.com
Getting to Cork Airport
By Road:
Cork Airport is south of Cork City, with road access via the N27.
By Bus:
Bus Éireann routes 225 and 226 connect Cork Airport with Parnell Place Bus Station and Kent railway station. Check Cork Airport’s bus information for current stops and connections.
Check Cork Airport for current airlines and destinations. Airline links are provided below for further information.
By Train
Station details:
Phone: +353 (0)21 4557277 or 1850 366222 (+353 18366222)
Website: Irish Rail: Cork Kent station
Getting to Kent Station
Kent Station is located on the Glanmire Road, only 10 minutes from Cork City centre and 8 minutes from The Bus Station
Bus access:
Bus Éireann routes 225 and 226 connect Cork Airport with Parnell Place Bus Station and Kent railway station. Check Cork Airport’s bus information for current stops and connections.
There are daily trains to Dublin and Tralee, Co. Kerry and in Cork County the towns of Mallow, Cobh and Midleton can be accessed by train.
By Bus
Station details:
Phone: +353 (0)21 450 81 88
Website: www.buseireann.ie
Getting to Cork’s Bus Station
Cork’s Bus Station is located in Parnell Place on the banks of the River Lee between St Patricks Bridge and Brian Boru Bridge (immediately behind Merchants Quay main Shopping Centre)
Bus Éireann routes 225 and 226 connect Cork Airport with Parnell Place Bus Station and Kent railway station. Check Cork Airport’s bus information for current stops and connections.
By Boat
Cork Ringaskiddy Ferry Port details:
Phone: +353 (0)21 437 8004
The following companies operate from Ringaskiddy Ferry Port:
For the Cork–Roscoff service, see Brittany Ferries’ route information. Check sailing dates and check-in requirements before travelling.
Getting to Cork Ringaskiddy Ferry Port
Cork Ringaskiddy Ferry Port is located just 12 miles from Cork City (approximately 30-40 minute drive)
By car:
From Cork city centre take the N28 in the direction of Douglas and Ringaskiddy.
By coach:
Plan the connection to Ringaskiddy separately and confirm transport arrangements before arrival.
Brittany Ferries operates the Cork–Roscoff route to France. Sailing schedules vary by season; use the operator’s timetable for your travel date.
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