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09/07/2025
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Cork to Balbriggan by train

The journey from Cork to Balbriggan by train is 245.28 km and takes 4 hrs 30 mins. There are 13 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:15 and the last at 19:25. It is possible to travel from Cork to Balbriggan by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 4 hrs 30 mins
Connection per Day 13
First Departure 06:15
Last Departure 19:25
Distance 245.28 km
Departure Cork
Arrival Balbriggan
Carriers Irish Rail

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Cork to Balbriggan

The cheapest Cork - Balbriggan train tickets can be found for as low as €3.57 if you’re lucky, or €5.69 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €7.70.

Find the best day to travel to Balbriggan by train

When travelling to Balbriggan 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!

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Cork to Balbriggan CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
17.17kg
Bus
18.4kg
Flight
49.06kg
Car
39.24kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Cork to Balbriggan by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Cork and Balbriggan are 17.17kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Cork and Balbriggan? By taking the train between Cork and Balbriggan you will save 31.89kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.23kg compared to a bus and 22.07kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Cork and Balbriggan by train?
Cork to Balbriggan is 245.28 km.
How long does the train between Cork and Balbriggan take?
Cork to Balbriggan is on average 4 hrs 30 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 1 min.
How many train connections per day go from Cork to Balbriggan?
Cork to Balbriggan has 13 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Cork to Balbriggan leave?
The earliest train from Cork to Balbriggan departs at 06:15. 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 Cork to Balbriggan depart?
The latest train from Cork to Balbriggan departs at 19:25. 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 Balbriggan by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Cork and Balbriggan is 4 hrs 1 min.
Is there a direct train from Cork to Balbriggan?
Yes, there is a direct train between Cork and Balbriggan.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cork to Balbriggan by train?
The train journey from Cork to Balbriggan creates 17.17kg of CO2 emissions.

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