The average train between Cobh and Belfast takes 7h 37m and the fastest train takes 6h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Cobh to Belfast. 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 Cobh and Belfast. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cobh is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Belfast at 10:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Cork and take an average of 7h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Cobh to Belfast? 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 Belfast. However, there are services departing from Cobh station and arriving at Belfast station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.
Cobh to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cork station.
Cobh to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Great Central station.
The distance between Cobh and Belfast is 343.7 km. The road distance is 467 km.
You can take a train from Cobh to Belfast Great Central via Cork, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 6h 44m.