How to get from Athlone to Killarney by train?

From Athlone to Killarney by train

To get from Athlone to Killarney in Ireland, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RAIL train from Athlone station to Dublin Heuston station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the INTERCITY train and finally take the RAIL train from Mallow station to Killarney station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 16 min. The train schedule from Athlone may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Killarney on the Moovit app.

316min
Train - RAILRAIL
Train - INTERCITYINTERCITY
Train - RAILRAIL
Walk to Killarney
Leaves from Athlone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Athlone
  • 2
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Dublin Heuston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dublin Heuston
    81 min
  • 4
    Train - INTERCITYINTERCITY
    Wait for train
    INTERCITY
    Cork (Kent)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mallow
    130 min
  • 6
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Tralee Casement Station
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Killarney
    54 min
  • 8
    Walk to Killarney
    Walk to
    Killarney
    440 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Athlone to Killarney

The distance between Athlone, Ireland and Killarney, Ireland is approximately 427.05 km, which can typically be travelled in 316 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Athlone to Killarney by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Athlone to Killarney

To check the train schedule from Athlone to Killarney using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Athlone) and destination (Killarney), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Athlone to Killarney?

    The fastest way takes 316 minutes, using Train line RAIL, Train line INTERCITY, Train line RAIL.

  • Is there a direct train between Athlone and Killarney in Ireland?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 16 min.

  • Which train line goes from Athlone to Killarney in Ireland?

    The RAIL train line goes from Dublin Heuston station near Athlone to Mallow station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Mallow station near Killarney in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Athlone to Killarney in Ireland by train?

    The total travel time between Athlone and Killarney in Ireland by train is about 5 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Athlone to get to Killarney in Ireland?

    Get on the RAIL train from the Dublin Heuston station near Athlone in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Athlone and Killarney in Ireland?

    Get off the train at the Mallow station, which is closest to Killarney in Ireland.

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