The average train between Galway and Leinster takes 5h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Galway to Leinster. 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 Galway and Leinster. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galway is at 8:50 PM which arrives into Leinster at 12:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 5h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 51m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Galway to Leinster? 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 Galway to Leinster. However, there are services departing from Galway station and arriving at Leinster station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.
Galway to Leinster train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Galway station.
Galway to Leinster train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.
The distance between Galway and Leinster is 135.6 km. The road distance is 239 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Galway to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €18–25 and the journey takes 2h 38m.