The average train between Athy and Thurles takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Athy to Thurles. 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 Thurles. 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 Thurles at 9:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Kildare and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Athy to Thurles? 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 Thurles. However, there are services departing from Athy station and arriving at Thurles station via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Athy to Thurles train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athy station.
Athy to Thurles train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Thurles station.
The distance between Athy and Thurles is 65.8 km. The road distance is 114 km.
You can take a train from Athy to Thurles via Kildare and Portlaoise in around 2h 59m.