The average train between Athlone and Cobh takes 4h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. 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 every 4 hours between Athlone and Cobh. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athlone is at 7:34 PM which arrives into Cobh at 5:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Portarlington and take an average of 4h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want 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 Cobh station via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.
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 279 km.
You can take a train from Athlone to Cobh via Portarlington, Portlaoise, and Cork in around 5h 20m.