How to get from Galway Station to Portlaoise by train?

Galway Station to Portlaoise - Train Schedule

The RAIL train from Galway Station to Portlaoise runs from 05:25 to 20:50, with departures every 55 min-2 hr 15 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 28 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Galway Station to Portlaoise by train

To get from Galway Station to Portlaoise in Ireland, take the RAIL train from Galway (Ceannt) station to Portarlington station. Next, take the COMMUTER train from Portarlington station to Portlaoise station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 28 min. The train schedule from Galway Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Portlaoise on the Moovit app.

148min
Train - RAILRAIL
Train - COMMUTERCOMMUTER
Leaves from Galway (Ceannt)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Galway Station
  • 2
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Dublin Heuston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Portarlington
    109 min
  • 4
    Train - COMMUTERCOMMUTER
    Wait for train
    COMMUTER
    Portlaoise
  • 5
    Ride to train station Portlaoise
    Ride to train station
    Portlaoise
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in Ireland.
All local mobility options in one app

Public transit directions from Galway Station to Portlaoise

The distance between Galway Station, Ireland and Portlaoise, Ireland is approximately 155.92 km, which can typically be travelled in 148 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Galway Station to Portlaoise by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Galway Station to Portlaoise

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

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Galway Station to Portlaoise?

    The fastest way takes 148 minutes, using Train line RAIL, Train line COMMUTER.

  • Is there a direct train between Galway Station and Portlaoise?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 28 min.

  • Which train line goes from Galway Station to Portlaoise?

    The RAIL train line goes from Portarlington station near Galway Station in Galway to Portlaoise station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Portlaoise station near Portlaoise in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Galway Station to Portlaoise by train?

    The total travel time between Galway Station in Galway and Portlaoise in Ireland by train is about 2 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Galway Station to get to Portlaoise?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Galway Station and Portlaoise?

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

Popular Routes