The average train between Athenry and Thurles takes 3h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Athenry to Thurles. 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 every 4 hours between Athenry and Thurles. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athenry is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Thurles at 8:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Portarlington and take an average of 3h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 38m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Athenry to Thurles? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Athenry to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Athenry station and arriving at Thurles station via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.
Athenry to Thurles train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athenry station.
Athenry to Thurles train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Thurles station.
The distance between Athenry and Thurles is 92.9 km. The road distance is 192 km.
You can take a train from Athenry to Thurles via Portarlington and Portlaoise in around 3h 6m.