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Portlaoise to Athlone trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Portlaoise and Athlone takes 1h 32m and the fastest train takes 1h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Portlaoise 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.

1h 32m
Duration
77 km
Distance
€11
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Portlaoise to Athlone train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Portlaoise and Athlone. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portlaoise is at 8:33 PM which arrives into Athlone at 10:03 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 77.1 km
  • Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Portlaoise, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portarlington to Athlone hourly. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 45 min.

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