The average train between Athy and Killarney takes 6h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Athy to Killarney. 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 5 times a day between Athy and Killarney. 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 Killarney at 10:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Kildare and take an average of 6h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 57m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Athy to Killarney? 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 Killarney. However, there are services departing from Athy station and arriving at Killarney station via Mallow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.
Athy to Killarney train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.
Athy to Killarney train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Killarney station.
The distance between Athy and Killarney is 199.6 km. The road distance is 273 km.
You can take a train from Athy to Killarney via Kildare, Portlaoise, and Mallow in around 4h 47m.