The average train between Athy and Galway takes 6h 23m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Athy to Galway. 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 twice daily between Athy and Galway. 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 Galway at 8:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Athy to Galway. However, there are services departing from Athy station and arriving at Galway station via Galway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.
Athy to Galway train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kildare station.
Athy to Galway train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Galway station.
The distance between Athy and Galway is 141.4 km. The road distance is 183 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kildare to Galway 3 times a day. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 2h 16m.