Antrim Area Hospital is one of Northern Ireland’s busiest hospitals, providing a wide range of services for patients.
Located just outside Antrim town, the hospital provides emergency care as well as many specialist services, including diagnostics, outpatient clinics, inpatient care and day‑case treatments for both medical and surgical needs.
Where to find us
- Antrim Area Hospital, 45 Bush Road, Antrim, BT41 2RL.
How to contact us
- Telephone: 028 9442 4000
Our switchboard is open 24 hours a day.
Visiting information
Public transport
You can travel to Antrim Area Hospital by train or bus using Translink services.
Trains run to Antrim Station, and there is a dedicated bus service (321e Antrim Hospital Link) that connects the station directly to the hospital.
Other bus routes also serve the hospital, with links from nearby areas including Ballymena, Belfast, Larne and Mid Ulster.
You can find out more by contacting Translink on 028 9066 6630 or visit the Translink website for routes and timetables.
Maps
Parking
Car parking at Antrim Area Hospital is clearly signposted on arrival. The main visitor car park is situated in front of the main building.
For those who require it, we have an access guide for parking at Antrim Area Hospital, to help you plan your visit.
Please note, if you’re being dropped off at the hospital there is a 15-minute grace period for drop off/pick up, however you’ll still need to take a ticket on entrance as you’ll need this to exit.
Parking enforcement is in place across this hospital site, with appropriate signage displayed where applicable. This is a necessary safety measure to control the number of incidents relating to inappropriate parking in disabled bays, drop off areas, footpaths, double yellow lines and to ensure service access routes are kept clear at all times.
It is vital, to ensure that service users, visitors and staff can park safely and appropriately, and to improve the flow of traffic, reduce illegal parking and keep vital routes clear for drop-off zones, ambulances and other emergency vehicles.
Free car parking
Patients with specific acute conditions who are required to attend Antrim Area Hospital on a regular basis will be entitled to free parking on site during their period of treatment.
If you believe you are eligible, you should speak to the ward manager.
Eligible individuals will receive a voucher that can be used at the exit barrier ticketing machines.
Free car parking will be provided to anyone who meets the following eligibility criteria:
- Cancer patients
- Renal patients who travel using their own transport
- Next of kin of patients in ICU and Neonatal Unit
- Next of kin, sitting for prolonged periods of time with patients with a life-threatening condition
Trust staff will use discretion to apply the eligibility criteria in other situations where the duration and/or frequency of visits leads to significant charges.
Help with travel costs
You may be able to get help with the cost of travelling to your appointment through the Hospital Travel Costs Scheme.
You could be eligible if:
- You are on a low income
- You need treatment at a hospital, health service centre or approved clinic
- You have been referred by a consultant
Learn more about the Hospital Travel Costs Scheme and how to apply.
Facilities at Antrim Area Hospital
Facilities for people with disabilities
View our Access to Healthcare and Disability Support for details on Changing Places, wheelchairs, interpreters, and other considerations.
Restaurants and cafes
Ground Floor Coffee Bar
Located on Level B (Beside main hospital reception). Opening hours are Monday to Sunday, from 8:30am to 8:30pm.
Access guide for Ground Floor Coffee Bar
Loughview Restaurant
Located on Level C. Opening hours are Monday to Sunday, from 8:45am to 11:30am, 12:00pm to 3:45pm, and 4:00pm to 7:00pm.
Access guide for Loughview Restaurant
Shop
Located on Level A
Opening hours:
- Monday to Friday, from 7:00am to 6:00pm and 7:00pm to 9:00pm.
- Weekends, from 12:00 noon to 4:00pm and 7:00pm to 9:00pm.
Chapel
Our hospital chapel is located on Level A.
ATM / Cash machine
The Cash Machine (ATM) is located on Level A.
Free Wi-Fi access
Free HSC Wi-Fi is available in all of our hospitals.
Wards and departments
Smoke Free Policy
The Northern Trust is a ‘Smoke Free’ Trust, in line with Government regulations. Smoke free means that smoking, including using electronic cigarettes, is not permitted in any areas of the Northern Trust, including all buildings, doorways, grounds, cars and car parks. There are some very limited exemption arrangements which are consistent with current legislation and regulation.