The average train between Sligo (Station) and Cork takes 7h 42m and the fastest train takes 6h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Sligo (Station) 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 every 4 hours between Sligo (Station) and Cork. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sligo (Station) is at 7:05 PM which arrives into Cork at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 7h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 27m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Sligo (Station) 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 Sligo (Station) to Cork. However, there are services departing from Sligo (Station) station and arriving at Cork station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.
Sligo (Station) to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Sligo station.
Sligo (Station) to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Sligo (Station) and Cork is 264 km. The road distance is 485 km.
You can take a train from Sligo to Cork via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 6h 46m.