The average train between Portrush and Cork takes 9h 30m and the fastest train takes 7h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Portrush 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 Portrush and Cork. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portrush is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Cork at 1:41 PM. All services require a transfer at Coleraine and take an average of 9h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Portrush 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 Portrush to Cork. However, there are services departing from Portrush station and arriving at Cork station via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.
Portrush to Cork train services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine station.
Portrush to Cork train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Portrush and Cork is 386.9 km. The road distance is 556 km.
You can take a train from Portrush to Cork via Coleraine, Belfast Great Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 8h 46m.