The average train between Athlone and Londonderry takes 7h 31m and the fastest train takes 6h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Athlone to Londonderry. 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 3 hours between Athlone and Londonderry. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athlone is at 4:13 PM which arrives into Londonderry at 11:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 7h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 49m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Athlone to Londonderry? 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 to Londonderry. However, there are services departing from Athlone station and arriving at Londonderry station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.
Athlone to Londonderry train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athlone station.
Athlone to Londonderry train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Londonderry station.
The distance between Athlone and Londonderry is 179.9 km. The road distance is 463 km.
You can take a train from Athlone to Londonderry via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Grand Central in around 7h 21m.