The average train between Tralee and NUIG takes 7h 45m and the fastest train takes 5h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Tralee to NUIG. 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 3 times a day between Tralee and NUIG. The earliest departure is at 4:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Tralee is at 7:05 PM which arrives into NUIG at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Mallow and take an average of 7h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Tralee to NUIG? 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 Tralee to NUIG. However, there are services departing from Tralee station and arriving at NUIG station via Mallow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.
Tralee to NUIG train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Tralee station.
Tralee to NUIG train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Galway station.
The distance between Tralee and NUIG is 120 km. The road distance is 314 km.
You can take a train from Tralee to NUIG via Mallow, Limerick Junction, Limerick, and Galway in around 6h 6m.