The average train between Athlone and Lurgan takes 4h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Athlone to Lurgan. 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 Athlone and Lurgan. 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 Lurgan at 8:46 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 4h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 24m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Athlone to Lurgan? 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 Lurgan. However, there are services departing from Athlone station and arriving at Portadown station via Dublin Heuston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
Athlone to Lurgan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athlone station.
Athlone to Lurgan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portadown station.
The distance between Athlone and Lurgan is 156.1 km. The road distance is 182 km.
You can take a train from Athlone to Lurgan via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Portadown in around 4h 10m.