The average train between Carlow and Cobh takes 6h 37m and the fastest train takes 4h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlow 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 4 hours between Carlow and Cobh. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlow is at 9:44 PM which arrives into Cobh at 10:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Kildare and take an average of 6h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Carlow 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 Carlow to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Carlow station and arriving at Cobh station via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.
Carlow to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.
Carlow to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Carlow and Cobh is 144.1 km. The road distance is 277 km.
You can take a train from Carlow to Cobh via Kildare, Portlaoise, and Cork in around 4h 30m.