The average train between Ballinasloe and Thurles takes 3h 23m and the fastest train takes 2h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Ballinasloe to Thurles. 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 Ballinasloe and Thurles. The earliest departure is at 8:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ballinasloe is at 10:03 PM which arrives into Thurles at 10:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

2h 37m • 1 change
2h 40m • 1 change
2h 13m • 1 change
2h 47m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Ballinasloe to Thurles? 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 Ballinasloe to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Ballinasloe station and arriving at Thurles station via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.
Ballinasloe to Thurles train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Ballinasloe station.
Ballinasloe to Thurles train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Thurles station.
The distance between Ballinasloe and Thurles is 77.2 km. The road distance is 157 km.
You can take a train from Ballinasloe to Thurles via Portarlington in around 3h 1m.