The average train between Kildare and Cork takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Kildare 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 Kildare and Cork. The earliest departure is at 7:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kildare is at 9:07 PM which arrives into Cork at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Cork. However, there are services departing from Kildare station and arriving at Cork station via Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.
Kildare to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.
Kildare to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Kildare and Cork is 175.3 km. The road distance is 217 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Cork hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 53m.