The average train between Drogheda and Thurles takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Drogheda 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 hourly between Drogheda and Thurles. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Drogheda is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Thurles at 7:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Drogheda 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 Drogheda to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Drogheda station and arriving at Thurles station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Drogheda to Thurles train services, operated by Translink, depart from Drogheda station.
Drogheda to Thurles train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Thurles station.
The distance between Drogheda and Thurles is 151.3 km. The road distance is 192 km.
You can take a train from Drogheda to Thurles via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 22m.