The average train between Dublin Busáras and Cork takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Dublin Busáras to Cork. 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 Dublin Busáras and Cork. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dublin Busáras is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Cork at 11:39 PM. All services require a transfer at Heuston and take an average of 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Dublin Busáras to Cork. However, there are services departing from Dublin Busáras station and arriving at Cork station via Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.
Dublin Busáras to Cork train services, operated by Luas, depart from Dublin Heuston station.
Dublin Busáras to Cork train services, operated by Luas, arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Dublin Busáras and Cork is 220.2 km. The road distance is 268 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Cork hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.