The average train between Athlone and Cobh takes 5h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Athlone to Cobh. 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 twice daily between Athlone and Cobh. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athlone is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Cobh at 10:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Portarlington and take an average of 5h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
4h 26m • 2 changes3h 53m • 2 changes4h 15m • 2 changes3h 54m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Athlone to Cobh? 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 Athlone to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Athlone station and arriving at Cork station via Portarlington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.
Athlone to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athlone station.
Athlone to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Athlone and Cobh is 176.5 km. The road distance is 213 km.
You can take a train from Athlone to Cobh via Portarlington and Cork in around 4h 38m.
