The average train between Athy and Cork takes 4h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Athy 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 every 4 hours between Athy and Cork. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athy is at 9:55 PM which arrives into Cork at 9:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Kildare and take an average of 4h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 7m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Athy 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 Athy to Cork. However, there are services departing from Athy station and arriving at Cork station via Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.
Athy to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.
Athy to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Athy and Cork is 158 km. The road distance is 241 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Cork hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 53m.