The average train between Cork and Athy takes 4h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Cork to Athy. 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 Cork and Athy. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cork is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Athy at 8:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Portlaoise and take an average of 4h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 58m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cork to Athy? 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 Cork to Athy. However, there are services departing from Cork station and arriving at Athy station via Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.
Cork to Athy train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cork station.
Cork to Athy train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portlaoise station.
The distance between Cork and Athy is 158 km. The road distance is 241 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Portlaoise hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 40m.