The average train between Thurles and Roscommon takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Thurles to Roscommon. 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 Thurles and Roscommon. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Thurles is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Roscommon at 10:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Portlaoise and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 33m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Thurles to Roscommon? 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 Thurles to Roscommon. However, there are services departing from Thurles station and arriving at Roscommon station via Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Thurles to Roscommon train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Thurles station.
Thurles to Roscommon train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Athlone station.
The distance between Thurles and Roscommon is 108.7 km. The road distance is 164 km.
You can take a train from Thurles to Roscommon via Portlaoise, Portarlington, and Athlone in around 3h 34m.