The average train between Belfast and Thurles takes 4h 46m and the fastest train takes 4h. There is a train service every few hours from Belfast 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 2 hours between Belfast and Thurles. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Belfast is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Thurles at 7:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Belfast 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 Belfast to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Belfast station and arriving at Thurles station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.
Belfast to Thurles train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Grand Central station.
Belfast to Thurles train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Thurles station.
The distance between Belfast and Thurles is 246.8 km. The road distance is 321 km.
You can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Thurles via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 59m.