The average train between Cork and Bray takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Cork to Bray. 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 2 hours between Cork and Bray. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cork is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Bray at 9:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cork to Bray? 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 Bray. However, there are services departing from Cork station and arriving at Bray station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Cork to Bray train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cork station.
Cork to Bray train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Bray station.
The distance between Cork and Bray is 216.3 km. The road distance is 290 km.
You can take a train from Cork to Bray via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 3h 41m.