The average train between Rathmines and Balbriggan takes 1h and the fastest train takes 53 min. There is a train service every few hours from Rathmines to Balbriggan. 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 hourly between Rathmines and Balbriggan. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rathmines is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Balbriggan at 12:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Westmoreland and take an average of 1h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h • 1 change
1h 3m • 1 change
59 min • 1 change
1h 8m • 1 change
53 min • 1 change
1h 2m • 1 change
1h 1m • 1 change
57 min • 1 change
53 min • 1 change
1h 2m • 1 change
1h 1m • 1 change
57 min • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Rathmines to Balbriggan? 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 Rathmines to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Rathmines station and arriving at Balbriggan station via Balbriggan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.
Rathmines to Balbriggan train services, operated by Luas, depart from Tara Street station.
Rathmines to Balbriggan train services, operated by Luas, arrive at Balbriggan station.
The distance between Rathmines and Balbriggan is 31.8 km. The road distance is 37 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Tara Street to Balbriggan hourly. Tickets cost €4–6 and the journey takes 41 min.