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The average train between Balbriggan and Cork takes 4h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Balbriggan 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.

4h 51m
Duration
303 km
Distance
€34
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Balbriggan to Tara Streettrain train Re / ...
  2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain train Ic / ...
4h 6m
€27–43

Balbriggan to Cork train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Balbriggan and Cork. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Balbriggan is at 10:25 PM which arrives into Cork at 12:33 PM. All services require a transfer at Tara Street and take an average of 4h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)6h 2m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 58m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 22m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 56m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 58m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 22m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 56m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)15h 8m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)11h 19m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)10h 16m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 58m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 22m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 56m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 14m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Balbriggan 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.

Map of how to get from Balbriggan to Cork.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 303.4 km
  • Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Balbriggan, Ireland and Cork, Ireland?

You can take a train from Balbriggan to Cork via Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 6m.

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