The average train between Cobh and Arklow takes 7h 47m and the fastest train takes 5h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Cobh to Arklow. 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 5 times a day between Cobh and Arklow. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cobh is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Arklow at 3:25 PM. All services require a transfer at Cork and take an average of 7h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Cobh to Arklow? 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 Cobh to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Cobh station and arriving at Arklow station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.
Cobh to Arklow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cork station.
Cobh to Arklow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Arklow station.
The distance between Cobh and Arklow is 179.6 km. The road distance is 367 km.
You can take a train from Cobh to Arklow via Cork, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 6h 43m.