Transfer to/from - Cork airport (ORK)

 

Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in Cork airport (ORK)

Transportation

 

The airport offers a variety of transport options to connect with Cork city and other locations in Ireland.

Buses

The bus stops are conveniently located right in front of the terminal building.

Bus Éireann

Bus Éireann operates several routes to and from the airport, providing a direct connection to Cork city centre (including Kent Train Station) and other key destinations.

  • Route 225: Connects the airport with Kent Train Station (via Cork city centre) and with Carrigaline, Shanbally, Ringaskiddy and Loughbeg.
  • Route 226: Offers service to Parnell Place Bus Station, Kent Train Station, and towns such as Riverstick, Belgooly and Kinsale.

To check timetables and purchase tickets, you can visit the official Bus Éireann website.

Connections to Other Cities

Other bus and coach companies offer direct services to major cities outside County Cork. Citylink provides transport to Limerick and Galway with several daily departures via service 251.

Trains (Iarnród Éireann)

The airport does not have a direct train station. However, you can connect with the national rail service operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) from Kent Train Station in Cork city centre, which is easily reached via bus routes 225 and 226.

From there, connections are available to major Irish cities such as Dublin, Limerick and Tralee.

You can check timetables and fares online.

Rent a Car

 

Taxis

An official taxi rank is available just outside the terminal building. The journey to Cork city centre takes around 15 minutes and costs approximately €20.00.

It is recommended to use only licensed taxis available at the official rank.

For more details on transport services and bookings, you can visit the airport’s transport section.

 
 

Latest updates: November 12, 2025

Transportation Tips to/from the airport

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.
 
 1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening.
 
If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time.
 
If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications.
 
If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.
 
 2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive.
 
Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff.
 
It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver.
 
On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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