The average train between Athy and Athlone takes 3h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Athy to Athlone. 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 Athy and Athlone. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athy is at 9:55 PM which arrives into Athlone at 9:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Kildare and take an average of 3h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Athy to Athlone? 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 Athy to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Athy station and arriving at Athlone station via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.
Athy to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athy station.
Athy to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Athlone station.
The distance between Athy and Athlone is 79.5 km. The road distance is 104 km.
You can take a train from Athy to Athlone via Kildare and Portarlington in around 2h 53m.