The average train between Limerick and Ballinasloe takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Limerick to Ballinasloe. 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 Ballinasloe. 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 Ballinasloe at 11:11 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Ballinasloe. However, there are services departing from Limerick station and arriving at Ballinasloe station via Athenry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.
Limerick to Ballinasloe train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Limerick station.
Limerick to Ballinasloe train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Ballinasloe station.
The distance between Limerick and Ballinasloe is 78.7 km. The road distance is 132 km.
You can take a train from Limerick to Ballinasloe via Athenry in around 2h 55m.