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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cork to Dublin
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cork to Dublin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cork to Dublin will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 5 trains that leave Cork for Dublin on Thu, Jan 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 08 the direct trains cover the 219 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
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 bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 136 miles (219 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€26 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Irish Rail operates all train services from Cork to Dublin. Omio is the only official third party seller for Irish Rail tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cork to Dublin.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cork to Dublin
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Trains from Cork to Dublin run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
There are 10 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 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 20:25 |
Train companies: Irish Rail from Cork to Dublin trainsIrish Rail trains will get you between Cork and Dublin from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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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