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Compare train and bus for Cork to Dublin
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cork to Dublin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $32, and a bus costs an average of $30.
Distance: 136 miles (219 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cork to Dublin:
A train is $0.94 (€0.76) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cork to Dublin costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Dublin take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 8m.
The journey is about 23m faster (2h 33m by train vs 2h 56m by car) and roughly $28 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($32 (€26) vs $61 (€49)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cork to Dublin
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Trains from Cork to Dublin run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 136 miles (219 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 136 miles (219 km) |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 8:25 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) from Cork to Dublin trainsIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) trains will get you between Cork and Dublin from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)
FAQs: Trains from Cork to Dublin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cork to Dublin by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dublin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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