The average train between Waterford and Cork takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 3h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Waterford 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 twice daily between Waterford and Cork. The earliest departure is at 7:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Waterford is at 4:25 PM which arrives into Cork at 7:29 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Waterford to Cork. However, there are services departing from Waterford station and arriving at Cork station via Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Waterford to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Waterford station.
Waterford to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Waterford and Cork is 101.1 km. The road distance is 182 km.
You can take a train from Waterford to Cork via Limerick Junction in around 3h 12m.
