The average train between Cork and Dalkey takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Cork to Dalkey. 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 hourly between Cork and Dalkey. 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 Dalkey at 12:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 28m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cork to Dalkey? 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 Dalkey. However, there are services departing from Cork station and arriving at Dalkey station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.
Cork to Dalkey train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cork station.
Cork to Dalkey train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.
The distance between Cork and Dalkey is 221.4 km. The road distance is 282 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 32m.