The average train between Dublin and Cork takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Dublin 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 hourly between Dublin and Cork. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dublin is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Cork at 11:50 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dublin station and arriving at Cork station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.
Dublin to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Heuston station.
Dublin to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Dublin and Cork is 219 km. The road distance is 265 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Cork hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 32m.
