The average train between Cork and NUIG takes 6h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Cork to NUIG. 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 day between Cork and NUIG. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cork is at 8:25 PM which arrives into NUIG at 10:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Limerick Junction and take an average of 6h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 17m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cork to NUIG? 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 NUIG. However, there are services departing from Cork station and arriving at NUIG station via Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.
Cork to NUIG train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cork station.
Cork to NUIG train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Galway station.
The distance between Cork and NUIG is 158.5 km. The road distance is 248 km.
You can take a train from Cork to NUIG via Limerick Junction, Limerick, and Galway in around 5h 21m.