The average train between Limerick Junction and Athy takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Limerick Junction 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 Limerick Junction and Athy. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Limerick Junction is at 9:51 PM which arrives into Athy at 9:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Portlaoise and take an average of 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Limerick Junction 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 Limerick Junction to Athy. However, there are services departing from Limerick Junction station and arriving at Athy station via Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Limerick Junction to Athy train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Limerick Junction station.
Limerick Junction to Athy train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Athy station.
The distance between Limerick Junction and Athy is 98.5 km. The road distance is 147 km.
You can take a train from Limerick Junction to Athy via Portlaoise and Kildare in around 3h 1m.