The average train between Athy and Limerick Junction takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Athy 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Athy and Limerick Junction. 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 Limerick Junction at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Kildare and take an average of 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Athy 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.
No, there is no direct train from Athy to Limerick Junction. However, there are services departing from Athy station and arriving at Limerick Junction station via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.
Athy to Limerick Junction train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athy station.
Athy to Limerick Junction train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick Junction station.
The distance between Athy and Limerick Junction is 98.5 km. The road distance is 147 km.
You can take a train from Athy to Limerick Junction via Kildare and Portlaoise in around 2h 33m.