The average train between Limerick Junction and Athlone takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Limerick Junction to Athlone. 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 3 times a day between Limerick Junction and Athlone. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Limerick Junction is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Athlone at 7:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 41m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Limerick Junction to Athlone? 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 Limerick Junction to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Limerick Junction station and arriving at Athlone station via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Limerick Junction to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Limerick Junction station.
Limerick Junction to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Athlone station.
The distance between Limerick Junction and Athlone is 104.2 km. The road distance is 167 km.
You can take a train from Limerick Junction to Athlone via Portarlington in around 2h 25m.