The average train between County Clare and Cork takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from County Clare to Cork. 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 County Clare and Cork. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from County Clare is at 9:10 PM which arrives into Cork at 9:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Limerick and take an average of 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from County Clare to Cork? 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 County Clare to Cork. However, there are services departing from County Clare station and arriving at Cork station via Limerick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.
County Clare to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Ennis station.
County Clare to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between County Clare and Cork is 110 km. The road distance is 168 km.
You can take a train from Ennis to Cork via Limerick and Limerick Junction in around 3h 43m.