How to get from Athlone Station to Limerick Junction Station by train?

From Athlone Station to Limerick Junction Station by train

To get from Athlone Station to Limerick Junction Station in Tipperary, take the RAIL train from Athlone station to Portarlington station. Next, take the INTERCITY train from Portarlington station to Limerick Junction station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 26 min. The train schedule from Athlone Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Limerick Junction Station on the Moovit app.

146min
Train - RAILRAIL
Train - INTERCITYINTERCITY
Walk to Limerick Junction Station
Leaves from Athlone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Athlone Station
  • 2
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Dublin Heuston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Portarlington
    45 min
  • 4
    Train - INTERCITYINTERCITY
    Wait for train
    INTERCITY
    Cork (Kent)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Limerick Junction
    63 min
  • 6
    Walk to Limerick Junction Station
    Walk to
    Limerick Junction Station
    1.58 km • 20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Athlone Station to Limerick Junction Station

The distance between Athlone Station, Tipperary and Limerick Junction Station, Tipperary is approximately 168.79 km, which can typically be travelled in 146 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Athlone Station to Limerick Junction Station by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Tipperary – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Athlone Station to Limerick Junction Station

To check the train schedule from Athlone Station to Limerick Junction Station using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Athlone Station) and destination (Limerick Junction Station), 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 Station to Limerick Junction Station?

    The fastest way takes 146 minutes, using Train line RAIL, Train line INTERCITY.

  • Is there a direct train between Athlone Station and Limerick Junction Station?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 26 min.

  • Which train line goes from Athlone Station to Limerick Junction Station?

    The RAIL train line goes from Portarlington station near Athlone Station in Athlone to Limerick Junction station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Limerick Junction station near Limerick Junction Station in Tipperary.

  • How long does it take to travel from Athlone Station to Limerick Junction Station by train?

    The total travel time between Athlone Station in Athlone and Limerick Junction Station in Tipperary by train is about 2 hr 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Athlone Station to get to Limerick Junction Station?

    Get on the RAIL train from the Portarlington station near Athlone Station in Athlone.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Athlone Station and Limerick Junction Station?

    Get off the train at the Limerick Junction station, which is closest to Limerick Junction Station in Tipperary.

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