The average train between Portlaoise and Cobh takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Portlaoise 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 4 hours between Portlaoise and Cobh. The earliest departure is at 7:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portlaoise is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Cobh at 8:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

2h 44m • 1 change

2h 44m • 1 change

2h 41m • 1 change

2h 44m • 1 change

2h 44m • 1 change

2h 44m • 1 change

2h 41m • 1 change

2h 44m • 1 change

2h 44m • 1 change

2h 44m • 1 change

2h 41m • 1 change

2h 44m • 1 change

2h 57m • 1 change

2h 54m • 1 change

3h 57m • 1 change

2h 57m • 1 change

2h 57m • 1 change

2h 57m • 1 change

3h 57m • 1 change
Arrives next day

10h 57m • 1 change

2h 57m • 1 change

2h 57m • 1 change

2h 54m • 1 change

2h 57m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Portlaoise 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 Portlaoise to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise station and arriving at Cobh station via Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.
Portlaoise to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.
Portlaoise to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Portlaoise and Cobh is 147.9 km. The road distance is 202 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Cork every 3 hours. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 47m.