The average train between Galway and Leinster takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. 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 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galway is at 8:50 PM which arrives into Leinster at 7:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 36m • 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 Dublin Heuston station via Dublin Heuston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
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 234 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Galway to Dublin Heuston every 3 hours. Tickets cost €18–25 and the journey takes 2h 38m.