How to get from Cork City to Dublin City Centre by bus and train?

From Cork City to Dublin City Centre by bus and train

To get from Cork City to Dublin City Centre in Dublin, take the INTERCITY train from Cork (Kent) station to Dublin Heuston station. Next, take the 4 bus from Heuston Station station to Dublin City South, O'Connell Bridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 6 min. The bus and train schedule from Cork City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Dublin City Centre on the Moovit app.

186min
Walk to train station
Train - INTERCITYINTERCITY
Bus - 44
Walk to Dublin City Centre
Leaves from Cork (Kent)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Cork (Kent)
    1.09 km • 14 min
  • 2
    Train - INTERCITYINTERCITY
    Wait for train
    INTERCITY
    Dublin Heuston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dublin Heuston
    151 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Heuston Station
    ID 4320
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Monkstown Ave
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dublin City South, O'Connell Bridge
    ID 273
    11 min
  • 7
    Walk to Dublin City Centre
    Walk to
    Dublin City Centre
    400 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cork City to Dublin City Centre

The distance between Cork City and Dublin City Centre is approximately 269.83 km, which can typically be travelled in 186 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cork City to Dublin City Centre by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Dublin – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Cork City to Dublin City Centre

To check the bus and train schedule from Cork City to Dublin City Centre using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Cork City) and destination (Dublin City Centre), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cork City to Dublin City Centre?

    The fastest way takes 186 minutes, using Train line INTERCITY, Bus line 4.

  • Is there a direct train between Cork City and Dublin City Centre?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Cork City to Dublin City Centre?

    The INTERCITY train line goes from Cork (Kent) station near Cork City in Ireland to Dublin Heuston station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Dublin Heuston station near Dublin City Centre.

  • How long does it take to travel from Cork City to Dublin City Centre by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Cork City and Dublin City Centre by train and bus is about 3 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Cork City to get to Dublin City Centre?

    Get on the INTERCITY train from the Cork (Kent) station near Cork City in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Cork City and Dublin City Centre?

    Get off the train at the Dublin Heuston stop, which is closest to Dublin City Centre.

  • When is the first train from Cork City to Dublin City Centre?

    The first train from Cork City in Ireland to Dublin City Centre in Dublin is Dublin - Cork. It leaves the Cork (Kent) station at 9:25 AM.

  • When is the first bus from Cork City to Dublin City Centre?

    The first bus from Cork City in Ireland to Dublin City Centre in Dublin is Airport Zone 10 - Cork Alfred St. It leaves the Cork Alfred St stop at 5:30 AM.

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