The average train between Cork and Ennis takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Cork to Ennis. 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 Cork and Ennis. 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 Ennis at 6:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Limerick Junction and take an average of 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 34m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cork to Ennis? 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 Ennis. However, there are services departing from Cork station and arriving at Ennis station via Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Cork to Ennis train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cork station.
Cork to Ennis train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Ennis station.
The distance between Cork and Ennis is 110.8 km. The road distance is 168 km.
You can take a train from Cork to Ennis via Limerick Junction and Limerick in around 3h 47m.