The average train between Balbriggan and Athy takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Balbriggan to Athy. 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 Balbriggan and Athy. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Balbriggan is at 10:25 PM which arrives into Athy at 9:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


1h 55m • 2 changes


2h 2m • 2 changes


2h 21m • 2 changes


2h 10m • 2 changes


1h 55m • 2 changes


2h 2m • 2 changes


2h 21m • 2 changes


2h 10m • 2 changes


1h 55m • 2 changes


2h 2m • 2 changes


2h 21m • 2 changes


2h 10m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Balbriggan to Athy? 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 Balbriggan to Athy. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan station and arriving at Athy station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Balbriggan to Athy train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Balbriggan station.
Balbriggan to Athy train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Athy station.
The distance between Balbriggan and Athy is 86.7 km. The road distance is 109 km.
You can take a train from Balbriggan to Athy via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 46m.