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13/05/2025
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Dundalk to Cork by train

The journey from Dundalk to Cork by train is 271.46 km and takes 4 hrs 59 mins. There are 8 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:30 and the last at 17:20. It is possible to travel from Dundalk to Cork by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 4 hrs 59 mins
Connection per Day 8
First Departure 05:30
Last Departure 17:20
Distance 271.46 km
Departure Dundalk
Arrival Cork
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 €1.40 to €9.39 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 85% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Dundalk to Cork

The cheapest Dundalk - Cork train tickets can be found for as low as €2.57 if you’re lucky, or €6.49 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €21.00.

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!

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

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Train
19kg
Bus
20.36kg
Flight
54.29kg
Car
43.43kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Dundalk to Cork by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Dundalk and Cork are 19kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Dundalk and Cork? By taking the train between Dundalk and Cork you will save 35.29kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.36kg compared to a bus and 24.43kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Dundalk and Cork by train?
Dundalk to Cork is 271.46 km.
How long does the train between Dundalk and Cork take?
Dundalk to Cork is on average 4 hrs 59 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 29 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Dundalk to Cork?
Dundalk to Cork has 8 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Dundalk to Cork leave?
The earliest train from Dundalk to Cork departs at 05:30. 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 Dundalk to Cork depart?
The latest train from Dundalk to Cork departs at 17:20. 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 Dundalk to Cork by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Dundalk and Cork is 4 hrs 29 mins.
Is there a direct train from Dundalk to Cork?
Yes, there is a direct train between Dundalk and Cork.
What are the CO2 emissions for Dundalk to Cork by train?
The train journey from Dundalk to Cork creates 19kg of CO2 emissions.

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