The average train between Cork and Ballinasloe takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Cork to Ballinasloe. 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 5 times a week between Cork and Ballinasloe. The earliest departure is at 8:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cork is at 7:25 PM which arrives into Ballinasloe at 10:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

3h 52m • 1 change
4h • 1 change
3h 56m • 1 change
3h 17m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Cork to Ballinasloe? 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 Cork to Ballinasloe. However, there are services departing from Cork station and arriving at Ballinasloe station via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Cork to Ballinasloe train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cork station.
Cork to Ballinasloe train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Ballinasloe station.
The distance between Cork and Ballinasloe is 160.2 km. The road distance is 284 km.
You can take a train from Cork to Ballinasloe via Portarlington in around 4h 13m.