# ORK — Cork (Cork Airport)

> ORK (Cork Airport) is the main international airport serving Cork, Ireland. Source: https://www.airportexit.com/airports/ork-cork

## At a glance

- **Best exit method:** Take Bus 226 (Bus Éireann) to Cork city
- **Typical fare:** €2.20
- **Journey time:** 25–30 min to Patrick Street
- **Pickup point:** Bus stop outside Arrivals
- **Key warning:** At weekends, Bus 226 frequency drops to every 30 min — check schedule
- **Fare reality (ORK → Patrick Street):** expected €2.20 · concerning €30+ · likely scam €60+ unlicensed
- **Overall risk:** low — Calm regional airport. Bus 226 to centre; metered taxis honest. Tap-and-go on Leap Card or contactless.
- **Last updated:** June 2026 (high confidence)

## Ways out of ORK, ranked

1. **Bus 226 (Bus Éireann)** _(recommended)_ — cost €2.20, journey 25–30 min, wait Every 15–30 min, payment Card & Cash.
   - Pros: Very cheap; Direct
2. **Metered taxi** — cost €20–€30, journey 15–25 min, wait Immediate, payment Card & Cash.
   - Pros: Honest; Regulated
   - Cons: Pricier
3. **FREE NOW / Bolt** — cost €18–€28, journey 15–25 min, wait 3–10 min, payment Card.
   - Pros: Tracked; Slightly cheaper
4. **Pre-booked private hire** — cost €25–€45, journey 15–25 min, wait Pre-arranged, payment Card.
   - Pros: Door-to-door
   - Cons: More expensive

## First 30 minutes after landing at ORK

1. Clear immigration
2. Collect bags, clear customs
3. Walk to Bus 226 stop outside Arrivals
4. Tap Leap Card / contactless or buy ticket
5. Total to centre: 25–30 min

## Common scams at ORK

- **None of significance** (medium risk): Cork is a calm, honest airport. _How to avoid:_ Use bus or app as listed.

## Payment warnings at ORK

- Contactless universal; carry €5–€10 for small things

## Arrival checklist for ORK

- Contactless card
- Leap Card optional
- Bus 226 schedule checked

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Last updated: June 2026

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