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09/07/2025
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Cork to Athlone by train

The journey from Cork to Athlone by train is 174.5 km and takes 4 hrs 1 min. There are 14 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:40 and the last at 18:25. It is possible to travel from Cork to Athlone by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 4 hrs 1 min
Connection per Day 14
First Departure 05:40
Last Departure 18:25
Distance 174.5 km
Departure Cork
Arrival Athlone
Carriers Irish Rail

Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around €0.22 to €8.58 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 97% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Cork to Athlone

The cheapest Cork - Athlone train tickets can be found for as low as €4.13 if you’re lucky, or €6.90 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €9.61.

Find the best day to travel to Athlone by train

When travelling to Athlone 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!

Services on board Irish Rail from Cork to Athlone
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Cork to Athlone CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
12.21kg
Bus
13.09kg
Flight
34.9kg
Car
27.92kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Cork to Athlone by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Cork and Athlone are 12.21kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Cork and Athlone? By taking the train between Cork and Athlone 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

What's the distance between Cork and Athlone by train?
Cork to Athlone is 174.5 km.
How long does the train between Cork and Athlone take?
Cork to Athlone is on average 4 hrs 1 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 13 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Cork to Athlone?
Cork to Athlone has 14 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Cork to Athlone leave?
The earliest train from Cork to Athlone departs at 05:40. 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 Cork to Athlone depart?
The latest train from Cork to Athlone departs at 18:25. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Cork to Athlone by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Cork and Athlone is 3 hrs 13 mins.
Is there a direct train from Cork to Athlone?
Yes, there is a direct train between Cork and Athlone.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cork to Athlone by train?
The train journey from Cork to Athlone creates 12.21kg of CO2 emissions.

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