The average train between Cork and Carrickfergus takes 7h 8m and the fastest train takes 6h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Cork to Carrickfergus. 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 3 hours between Cork and Carrickfergus. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cork is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Carrickfergus at 10:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 7h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 27m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cork to Carrickfergus? 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 Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Cork station and arriving at Carrickfergus station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.
Cork to Carrickfergus train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cork station.
Cork to Carrickfergus train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.
The distance between Cork and Carrickfergus is 359.8 km. The road distance is 468 km.
You can take a train from Cork to Carrickfergus via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Grand Central in around 6h 24m.