The average train between Athlone (Station) and Limerick takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Athlone (Station) to Limerick. 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 4 times a day between Athlone (Station) and Limerick. The earliest departure is at 9:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athlone (Station) is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Limerick at 8:20 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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11h 40m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Athlone (Station) to Limerick? 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 Athlone (Station) to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Athlone (Station) station and arriving at Limerick station via Athenry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Athlone (Station) to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athlone station.
Athlone (Station) to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Limerick station.
The distance between Athlone (Station) and Limerick is 96.4 km. The road distance is 154 km.
You can take a train from Athlone to Limerick via Athenry in around 3h 13m.