The average train between Belfast and Cobh takes 7h 43m and the fastest train takes 6h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Belfast to Cobh. 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 3 hours between Belfast and Cobh. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Belfast is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Cobh at 10:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 7h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Belfast to Cobh? 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 Belfast to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Belfast station and arriving at Cobh station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.
Belfast to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Great Central station.
Belfast to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Belfast and Cobh is 343.7 km. The road distance is 466 km.
You can take a train from Belfast Great Central to Cobh via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, and Cork in around 6h 44m.