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16/11/2025
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Ballina to Cork by train

The journey from Ballina to Cork by train is 156.23 mi and takes 6 hrs 12 mins. There are 6 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:05 and the last at 17:40. It is possible to travel from Ballina to Cork by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 6 hrs 12 mins
Connection per Day 6
First Departure 05:05
Last Departure 17:40
Distance 156.23 mi
Departure Ballina
Arrival Cork
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Ballina to Cork

The cheapest Ballina - Cork train tickets can be found for as low as £3.16 if you’re lucky, or £5.03 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £6.81.

Find the best day to travel to Cork by train

When travelling to Cork by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Ballina to Cork CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
17.6kg
Bus
18.86kg
Flight
50.29kg
Car
40.23kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Ballina to Cork by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Ballina and Cork are 17.6kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Ballina and Cork? By taking the train between Ballina and Cork you will save 32.69kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.26kg compared to a bus and 22.63kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Ballina and Cork by train?
Ballina to Cork is 156.23 mi.
How long does the train between Ballina and Cork take?
Ballina to Cork is on average 6 hrs 12 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hrs 27 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Ballina to Cork?
Ballina to Cork has 6 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Ballina to Cork leave?
The earliest train from Ballina to Cork departs at 05:05. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Ballina to Cork depart?
The latest train from Ballina to Cork departs at 17:40. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Ballina to Cork by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Ballina and Cork is 5 hrs 27 mins.
Is there a direct train from Ballina to Cork?
Yes, there is a direct train between Ballina and Cork.
What are the CO2 emissions for Ballina to Cork by train?
The train journey from Ballina to Cork creates 17.6kg of CO2 emissions.

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