Sligo to Cork Train

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Sligo to Cork by train

The journey from Sligo to Cork by train is 264.07 km and takes 7 hrs 18 mins. There are 5 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:40 and the last at 16:30. It is possible to travel from Sligo to Cork by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration	7 hrs 18 mins
Connection per Day	Irish Rail 5
First Departure	Irish Rail 06:40
Last Departure	Irish Rail 16:30
Distance	Irish Rail 264.07 km
Departure	Irish Rail Sligo
Arrival	Irish Rail Cork
Carriers	Irish Rail Irish Rail

Sligo to Cork Train Times

Departure date

Tuesday 22 Apr 2025

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Best time to book Sligo to Cork 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 €0.03 to €29.43 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 100% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Sligo to Cork

The cheapest Sligo - Cork train tickets can be found for as low as €1.69 if you’re lucky, or €6.96 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €13.00.

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 Sligo to Cork

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Sligo to Cork CO2 Emissions by Train

Train

18.48kg

Bus

19.8kg

Flight

52.81kg

Car

42.25kg

What are the CO2 emissions from Sligo to Cork by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Sligo and Cork are 18.48kg.

How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Sligo and Cork? By taking the train between Sligo and Cork you will save 34.33kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.32kg compared to a bus and 23.77kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Sligo to Cork is 264.07 km.

How long does the train between Sligo and Cork take?

Sligo to Cork is on average 7 hrs 18 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 6 hrs 18 mins.

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

Sligo to Cork has 5 connection(s) per day on average.

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

The earliest train from Sligo to Cork departs at 06:40. 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 Sligo to Cork depart?

The latest train from Sligo to Cork departs at 16:30. 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 Sligo to Cork by train?

The fastest journey time by train between Sligo and Cork is 6 hrs 18 mins.

Is there a direct train from Sligo to Cork?

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

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

The train journey from Sligo to Cork creates 18.48kg of CO2 emissions.

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