The average train between Leinster and Cork takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Leinster 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 Leinster and Cork. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leinster is at 10:27 PM which arrives into Cork at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 19m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Leinster to Cork? 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 Leinster to Cork. However, there are services departing from Dublin Heuston station and arriving at Cork station via Cork station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.
Leinster to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Heuston station.
Leinster to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Leinster and Cork is 171.8 km. The road distance is 283 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Cork hourly. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.