The average train between Dundalk and Cobh takes 6h 15m and the fastest train takes 5h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Dundalk to Cobh. 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 Dundalk and Cobh. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dundalk is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Cobh at 1:26 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 6h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Dundalk to Cobh? 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 Dundalk to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Dundalk station and arriving at Cobh station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.
Dundalk to Cobh train services, operated by Translink, depart from Dundalk station.
Dundalk to Cobh train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Dundalk and Cobh is 270.1 km. The road distance is 373 km.
You can take a train from Dundalk to Cobh via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, and Cork in around 5h 31m.