Rome2Rio

Athlone to Limerick Junction trains

Find Transport to Limerick Junction

See all options

Trip Overview

The average train between Athlone and Limerick Junction takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Athlone to Limerick Junction. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 59m
Duration
167 km
Distance
€21
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Athlone to Portarlingtontrain train Re / ...
  2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limerick Junctiontrain train 208 / ...
3h 35m
€16–26

Athlone to Limerick Junction train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Athlone and Limerick Junction. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athlone is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Limerick Junction at 9:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Portarlington and take an average of 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Athlone to Limerick Junction? 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.

Map of how to get from Athlone to Limerick Junction.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 167.3 km
  • Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Athlone, Ireland and Limerick Junction, Ireland?

You can take a train from Athlone to Limerick Junction via Portarlington and Portlaoise in around 3h 35m.

Operators

Train trips from Athlone

Train trips to Limerick Junction

Alternative transport options