The average train between Ballinasloe and Thurles takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. 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 every 4 hours between Ballinasloe and Thurles. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ballinasloe is at 9:41 PM which arrives into Thurles at 9:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Portarlington and take an average of 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want 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 2h 53m.
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 and Portlaoise in around 2h 41m.