The average train between Galway and Dublin takes 2h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Galway to Dublin. 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 2 hours between Galway and Dublin. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galway is at 8:50 PM which arrives into Dublin at 11:35 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Galway station and arriving at Dublin station. Services depart every 2 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.
Galway to Dublin train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Galway station.
Galway to Dublin train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.
The distance between Galway and Dublin is 186.3 km. The road distance is 207 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Galway to Dublin Heuston every 3 hours. Tickets cost €18–25 and the journey takes 2h 22m.
