The average train between Galway and Thurles takes 3h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Galway 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 every 4 hours between Galway and Thurles. 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 Thurles at 9:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Portarlington and take an average of 3h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Galway 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 Galway to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Galway station and arriving at Thurles station via Portarlington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.
Galway to Thurles train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Galway station.
Galway to Thurles train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Thurles station.
The distance between Galway and Thurles is 105.8 km. The road distance is 131 km.
You can take a train from Galway to Thurles via Portarlington and Portlaoise in around 3h 26m.