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02/12/2026
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Arklow to Cork by train

The journey from Arklow to Cork by train is 116.18 mi and takes 5 hr 38 min. There are 3 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:03 AM and the last at 3:46 PM. It is possible to travel from Arklow to Cork by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 5 hr 38 min
Connection per Day 3
First Departure 6:03 AM
Last Departure 3:46 PM
Distance 116.18 mi
Departure Arklow
Arrival Cork
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Arklow to Cork

The cheapest Arklow - Cork train tickets can be found for as low as $1.37 if you’re lucky, or $9.50 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $25.36.

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!

Services on board Irish Rail from Arklow to Cork
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Arklow to Cork CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
13.09kg
Bus
14.02kg
Flight
37.4kg
Car
29.92kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Arklow to Cork by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Arklow and Cork are 13.09kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Arklow and Cork? By taking the train between Arklow and Cork you will save 24.31kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.93kg compared to a bus and 16.83kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Arklow and Cork by train?
Arklow to Cork is 116.18 mi.
How long does the train between Arklow and Cork take?
Arklow to Cork is on average 5 hr 38 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hr 17 min.
How many train connections per day go from Arklow to Cork?
Arklow to Cork has 3 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Arklow to Cork leave?
The earliest train from Arklow to Cork departs at 6:03 AM. 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 Arklow to Cork depart?
The latest train from Arklow to Cork departs at 3:46 PM. 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 Arklow to Cork by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Arklow and Cork is 5 hr 17 min.
Is there a direct train from Arklow to Cork?
Yes, there is a direct train between Arklow and Cork.
What are the CO2 emissions for Arklow to Cork by train?
The train journey from Arklow to Cork creates 13.09kg of CO2 emissions.