The average train between Antrim and Cork takes 7h 31m and the fastest train takes 6h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Antrim to Cork. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Antrim and Cork. The earliest departure is at 7:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Antrim is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Cork at 2:33 PM. All services require a transfer at Belfast Grand Central and take an average of 7h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 25m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Antrim to Cork? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Antrim to Cork. However, there are services departing from Antrim station and arriving at Cork station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.
Antrim to Cork train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Grand Central station.
Antrim to Cork train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Antrim and Cork is 347.6 km. The road distance is 483 km.
You can take a train from Antrim to Cork via Belfast Grand Central, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 6h 22m.