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18/06/2025
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Cork to Dublin by train

The journey from Cork to Dublin by train is 219.13 km and takes 3 hrs 14 mins. There are 61 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:40 and the last at 20:25. It is possible to travel from Cork to Dublin by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 3 hrs 14 mins
Connection per Day 61
First Departure 05:40
Last Departure 20:25
Distance 219.13 km
Departure Cork
Arrival Dublin
Carriers Irish Rail

Cork to Dublin Train Times

Departure date
Wednesday 18 Jun 2025

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Best time to book Cork to Dublin travel

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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 €1.40 to €11.44 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 88% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Cork to Dublin

The cheapest Cork - Dublin train tickets can be found for as low as €1.57 if you’re lucky, or €2.99 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €4.54.

Find the best day to travel to Dublin by train

When travelling to Dublin 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 Dublin
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Cork to Dublin CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
15.34kg
Bus
16.43kg
Flight
43.83kg
Car
35.06kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Cork to Dublin by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Cork and Dublin are 15.34kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Cork and Dublin? By taking the train between Cork and Dublin you will save 28.49kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.09kg compared to a bus and 19.72kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Cork and Dublin by train?
Cork to Dublin is 219.13 km.
How long does the train between Cork and Dublin take?
Cork to Dublin is on average 3 hrs 14 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 14 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Cork to Dublin?
Cork to Dublin has 61 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Cork to Dublin leave?
The earliest train from Cork to Dublin 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 Dublin depart?
The latest train from Cork to Dublin departs at 20:25. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
How many direct connections depart from Cork to Dublin?
There are on average 14 direct connection(s) from Cork to go to Dublin.
What's the fastest journey time between Cork to Dublin by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Cork and Dublin is 2 hrs 14 mins.
Is there a direct train from Cork to Dublin?
Yes, there is a direct train between Cork and Dublin.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cork to Dublin by train?
The train journey from Cork to Dublin creates 15.34kg of CO2 emissions.

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