The average train between Arklow and Cork takes 6h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Arklow to Cork. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Arklow and Cork. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Arklow is at 10:33 PM which arrives into Cork at 9:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Tara Street and take an average of 6h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Arklow to Cork? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Arklow to Cork. However, there are services departing from Arklow station and arriving at Cork station via Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.
Arklow to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Arklow station.
Arklow to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Arklow and Cork is 186.5 km. The road distance is 349 km.
You can take a train from Arklow to Cork via Tara Street, Abbey Street, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 22m.