Conference Venue

This year's EAS meeting will be held at University College Cork (UCC), which is a 20-minute walk from the city centre. First founded as Queen's College Cork in 1845, UCC covers diverse research disciplines, from folklore and ethnology to astrophysics and quantum computing. With its picturesque quad, renowned collection of Ogham stones, wild gardens, and the historic Crawford observatory, this beautiful campus will be the perfect host for EAS 2025.

University College Cork is a vibrant campus that blends historic charm with modern amenities, UCC is known for its lush green campus, cultural significance, and academic excellence. First founded as Queen's College Cork in 1845, UCC has a long and rich history of research and innovation. With a current student population of 23,000 and a staff of >3,000, the campus is brimming with energy and enthusiasm during the academic year.

Address:
University College, 60 College Rd, Cork, T12 K5W7, Ireland

How to reach the venue ?

From Cork City Centre:

Walking (20-25 minutes):
  • UCC is approximately 1.5 km from Cork City Centre.
Public bus:
  • Take Bus 205 (towards Munster Technological University; MTU) from St. Patrick's Street or the South Mall.
  • Alight at the stop near UCC on College Road.
  • Buses run frequently, and the journey takes about 10 minutes.
Taxi:
  • Taxis are readily available in Cork City Centre and take around 5-10 minutes to reach UCC.
  • Fare: Approximately €7-10.

From Cork Airport:

Public bus:
  • Take Bus 226 from Cork Airport to Cork Bus Station (Parnell Place).
  • From there, transfer to Bus 205 (towards CIT) to UCC.
  • Total travel time: Around 40-50 minutes.
  • Cost: Approx. €7 (€5 for Bus 226 + €2 for Bus 205).
  • Pay either in cash or using TFI Leap card.
Taxi:
  • Taxis are readily available in Cork City Centre and take around 5-10 minutes to reach UCC.
  • Fare: Approximately €15-20.
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