The average train between Athlone and Lurgan takes 5h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. 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 2 hours between Athlone and Lurgan. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athlone is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Lurgan at 7:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 5h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want 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 Lurgan station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.
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 280 km.
You can take a train from Athlone to Lurgan via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Portadown in around 4h 7m.