The average train between Dundalk and Galway takes 5h 21m and the fastest train takes 4h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Dundalk to Galway. 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 3 hours between Dundalk and Galway. The earliest departure is at 5:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dundalk is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Galway at 10:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 5h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 33m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Dundalk to Galway? 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 Dundalk to Galway. However, there are services departing from Dundalk station and arriving at Galway station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.
Dundalk to Galway train services, operated by Translink, depart from Dundalk station.
Dundalk to Galway train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Galway station.
The distance between Dundalk and Galway is 191.6 km. The road distance is 297 km.
You can take a train from Dundalk to Galway via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 51m.