The average train between Galway and Tallaght takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Galway to Tallaght. 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 Galway and Tallaght. 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 Tallaght at 12:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Galway to Tallaght. However, there are services departing from Galway station and arriving at Tallaght station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.
Galway to Tallaght train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Galway station.
Galway to Tallaght train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.
The distance between Galway and Tallaght is 178 km. The road distance is 218 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Galway to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €18–25 and the journey takes 2h 38m.