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The average train between Cork and Dundalk takes 4h 53m and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Cork to Dundalk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 53m
Duration
355 km
Distance
€45
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain train Ic / ...
  2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain train Ic / ...
4h 14m
€37–51

Cork to Dundalk train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Cork and Dundalk. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cork is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Dundalk at 8:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 4h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)12h 22m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 9m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 34m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 49m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 24m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 9m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 34m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 49m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 24m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 9m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 34m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 49m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 24m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 9m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 34m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 49m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 24m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5h 8m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 48m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 23m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 23m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cork to Dundalk? 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.

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  • Distance: 354.9 km
  • Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Dundalk, Ireland?

You can take a train from Cork to Dundalk via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 4h 14m.

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