Antrim Area Hospital A&E Wait Times - Northern Ireland (NI)Emergency Department Live Updates (NI)
Northern Health and Social Care Trust
Current Wait Times
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About Antrim Area Hospital, Northern Ireland (NI)
Northern Trust's Largest Acute Hospital
One of NI's Busiest Hospitals: Antrim Area Hospital is the largest facility in the Northern Health and Social Care Trust, providing comprehensive acute services to the Antrim area and beyond.
Antrim Area Hospital is one of Northern Ireland's (NI) busiest acute hospitals and is located just outside Antrim town. As the largest facility in the Northern Health and Social Care Trust, the hospital provides a comprehensive range of acute services, including a 24/7 Emergency Department (A&E), advanced diagnostic capabilities, and a wide spectrum of outpatient, inpatient and day-case medical and surgical services. Antrim Area Hospital serves patients across the greater Antrim area and surrounding communities in Northern Ireland (NI) with dedicated healthcare professionals committed to providing high-quality acute care.
Current Service Pressure Notice
The hospital is currently experiencing significant demand on emergency services. Patients with non-urgent medical concerns may face extended waiting periods and are encouraged to consider alternative healthcare options such as Minor Injury Units or their local GP where appropriate.
Important: Anyone requiring emergency medical attention should not delay seeking care. The Emergency Department remains available 24/7 for all genuine emergencies.
Visitor Notice: If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, please reconsider visiting the hospital unless absolutely necessary. If your visit cannot be postponed, please wear a face covering to help protect vulnerable patients.
Emergency Department (A&E)
This facility is an Emergency Department (A&E), providing care for serious and life-threatening conditions. The department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For less serious conditions, please consider contacting your GP or using alternative healthcare services.
Contact Information
Address
Bush Road, Antrim, BT41 2RL
Phone
028 9442 4000Website
Visit Hospital WebsiteOpening Hours
Emergency Department open 24 hours, 7 days per week
NHS Trust
Northern Health and Social Care Trust
Transport Information
Parking
Car parking is available on site at Antrim Area Hospital. Multiple car parks are available, though they can be busy during peak times. Patients are advised to allow extra time for parking.
Public Transport
Multiple bus routes serve Antrim Area Hospital. The hospital is located just outside Antrim town on Bush Road and is accessible from the M2 motorway. The hospital is well-connected by public transport.
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Important Information
Wait times are estimates and may change based on patient needs and emergency situations. Patients are seen based on clinical priority, not arrival time. The most seriously ill and injured patients will always be seen first and as quickly as possible, regardless of wait times.
For emergencies such as:
- Loss of consciousness
- Acute confused state
- Chest pain
- Breathing difficulties
- Severe bleeding that cannot be stopped
- Severe allergic reactions
- Stroke symptoms
- Major trauma or serious injury
Go to A&E or call 999 immediately.
More information on when to go to A&EFrequently Asked Questions
Serving Areas Near Antrim Area Hospital, Northern Ireland (NI)
Antrim Area Hospital provides emergency and healthcare services to patients from across Antrim, Northern Ireland (NI) and surrounding areas, including:
Our real-time A&E wait time tracker helps patients from these Northern Ireland (NI) areas make informed decisions about when to visit the Emergency Department at Antrim Area Hospital.
Information on this page is correct as of December 2025