The average train between Limerick and Athlone takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Limerick 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 5 times a day between Limerick and Athlone. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Limerick is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Athlone at 11:30 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Limerick station and arriving at Athlone station via Athenry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.
Limerick to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Limerick station.
Limerick to Athlone train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Athlone station.
The distance between Limerick and Athlone is 96 km. The road distance is 154 km.
You can take a train from Limerick to Athlone via Athenry in around 3h 34m.