Athlone to Cork Train

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Athlone to Cork by train

The journey from Athlone to Cork by train is 174.5 km and takes 4 hrs 2 mins. There are 16 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:15 and the last at 18:31. It is possible to travel from Athlone to Cork by train for as little as €27.34 or as much as €29.21. The best price for this journey is €27.34.

Lowest Price	€27.34
Journey Duration	4 hrs 2 mins
Connection per Day	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail 16
Lowest Price	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail €27.34
Highest Price	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail €29.21
First Departure	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail 05:15
Last Departure	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail 18:31
Distance	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail 174.5 km
Departure	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail Athlone
Arrival	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail Cork
Carriers	Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail

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Find the best day to travel to Cork by train

When travelling to Cork by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Athlone to Cork CO2 Emissions by Train

Train

12.21kg

Bus

13.09kg

Flight

34.9kg

Car

27.92kg

What are the CO2 emissions from Athlone to Cork by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Athlone and Cork are 12.21kg.

How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Athlone and Cork? By taking the train between Athlone and Cork you will save 22.69kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.88kg compared to a bus and 15.71kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Athlone to Cork?

A train ticket from Athlone to Cork is €27.91. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as €27.34.

What's the cheapest train ticket from Athlone to Cork?

The cheapest ticket you can get from Athlone to Cork is €27.34. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.

What's the distance between Athlone and Cork by train?

Athlone to Cork is 174.5 km.

How long does the train between Athlone and Cork take?

Athlone to Cork is on average 4 hrs 2 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 12 mins.

How many train connections per day go from Athlone to Cork?

Athlone to Cork has 16 connection(s) per day on average.

What time does the first train from Athlone to Cork leave?

The earliest train from Athlone to Cork departs at 05:15. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

What time does the last train from Athlone to Cork depart?

The latest train from Athlone to Cork departs at 18:31. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

Should I book my ticket from Athlone to Cork in advance?

If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is €27.34 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.

What's the fastest journey time between Athlone to Cork by train?

The fastest journey time by train between Athlone and Cork is 3 hrs 12 mins.

Is there a direct train from Athlone to Cork?

Yes, there is a direct train between Athlone and Cork.

What are the CO2 emissions for Athlone to Cork by train?

The train journey from Athlone to Cork creates 12.21kg of CO2 emissions.

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