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Trip Overview

The average train between Cork and Belfast takes 6h 4m and the fastest train takes 5h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Cork 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.

6h 4m
Duration
278 mi
Distance
£47
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin HeustontrainIc / ...
  2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand CentraltrainIc / ...
5h 30m
£38–55

Cork to Belfast train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cork and Belfast. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cork is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Belfast at 9:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 6h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Cork to Belfast.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 278.2 mi
  • Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Belfast, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Cork to Belfast Grand Central via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 5h 30m.

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