The average train between Portlaoise and Thurles takes 31 min and the fastest train takes 27 min. There is a train service every few hours from Portlaoise to Thurles. 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 2 hours between Portlaoise and Thurles. The earliest departure is at 7:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portlaoise is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Thurles at 10:14 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 31 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portlaoise station and arriving at Thurles station. Services depart every 2 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 31 min.
Portlaoise to Thurles train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.
Portlaoise to Thurles train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Thurles station.
The distance between Portlaoise and Thurles is 52.4 km. The road distance is 57 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Thurles every 2 hours. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 36 min.
