The average train between Tallaght and Cork takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Tallaght 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 Tallaght and Cork. The earliest departure is at 12:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Tallaght is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Cork at 11:39 PM. All services require a transfer at Heuston and take an average of 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Tallaght to Cork. However, there are services departing from Tallaght station and arriving at Cork station via Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Tallaght to Cork train services, operated by Luas, depart from Dublin Heuston station.
Tallaght to Cork train services, operated by Luas, arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Tallaght and Cork is 209.5 km. The road distance is 276 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Cork hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 32m.