The average train between Limerick and Ballina takes 8h 35m and the fastest train takes 6h. The train service runs several times per day from Limerick to Ballina. 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 4 times a day between Limerick and Ballina. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Limerick is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Ballina at 11:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Athenry and take an average of 8h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Limerick station and arriving at Ballina station via Athenry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.
Limerick to Ballina train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Limerick station.
Limerick to Ballina train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Manulla Junction station.
The distance between Limerick and Ballina is 165 km. The road distance is 297 km.
You can take a train from Limerick to Ballina via Athenry, Athlone, and Manulla Junction in around 6h 19m.