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Cork to Dundalk Train

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24/06/2025
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Cork to Dundalk by train

The journey from Cork to Dundalk by train is 168.67 mi and takes 4 hrs 58 mins. There are 8 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:40 and the last at 19:25. It is possible to travel from Cork to Dundalk by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 4 hrs 58 mins
Connection per Day 8
First Departure 05:40
Last Departure 19:25
Distance 168.67 mi
Departure Cork
Arrival Dundalk
Carriers Irish Rail

Cork to Dundalk Train Times

Departure date
Tuesday, 24 Jun 2025

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £0.85 to £12.67 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 93% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Cork to Dundalk

The cheapest Cork - Dundalk train tickets can be found for as low as £2.76 if you’re lucky, or £4.42 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £7.30.

Find the best day to travel to Dundalk by train

When travelling to Dundalk 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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Cork to Dundalk CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
19kg
Bus
20.36kg
Flight
54.29kg
Car
43.43kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Cork to Dundalk by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Cork and Dundalk are 19kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Cork and Dundalk? By taking the train between Cork and Dundalk you will save 35.29kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.36kg compared to a bus and 24.43kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Cork and Dundalk by train?
Cork to Dundalk is 168.67 mi.
How long does the train between Cork and Dundalk take?
Cork to Dundalk is on average 4 hrs 58 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 23 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Cork to Dundalk?
Cork to Dundalk has 8 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Cork to Dundalk leave?
The earliest train from Cork to Dundalk departs at 05:40. 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 Cork to Dundalk depart?
The latest train from Cork to Dundalk departs at 19:25. 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 Cork to Dundalk by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Cork and Dundalk is 4 hrs 23 mins.
Is there a direct train from Cork to Dundalk?
Yes, there is a direct train between Cork and Dundalk.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cork to Dundalk by train?
The train journey from Cork to Dundalk creates 19kg of CO2 emissions.

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