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Athlone to Portarlington Train

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09/05/2026
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Athlone to Portarlington by train

The journey from Athlone to Portarlington by train is 36.55 mi and takes 0 hrs 48 mins. There are 13 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:15 and the last at 22:05. It is possible to travel from Athlone to Portarlington by train for as little as £2.17 or as much as £6.89. The best price for this journey is £2.17.

Lowest Price £2.17
Journey Duration 0 hrs 48 mins
Connection per Day 13
Lowest Price £2.17
Highest Price £6.89
First Departure 05:15
Last Departure 22:05
Distance 36.55 mi
Departure Athlone
Arrival Portarlington
Carriers Iarnród Éireann - Irish Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Athlone to Portarlington

The cheapest Athlone - Portarlington train tickets can be found for as low as £4.00 if you’re lucky, or £6.60 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £8.21.

Find the best day to travel to Portarlington by train

When travelling to Portarlington by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Athlone to Portarlington CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
4.12kg
Bus
4.41kg
Flight
11.76kg
Car
9.41kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Athlone to Portarlington by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Athlone and Portarlington are 4.12kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Athlone and Portarlington? By taking the train between Athlone and Portarlington you will save 7.64kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.29kg compared to a bus and 5.29kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Athlone to Portarlington?
A train ticket from Athlone to Portarlington is £4.52. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £2.17.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Athlone to Portarlington?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Athlone to Portarlington is £2.17. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Athlone and Portarlington by train?
Athlone to Portarlington is 36.55 mi.
How long does the train between Athlone and Portarlington take?
Athlone to Portarlington is on average 0 hrs 48 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 42 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Athlone to Portarlington?
Athlone to Portarlington has 13 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Athlone to Portarlington leave?
The earliest train from Athlone to Portarlington departs at 05:15. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Athlone to Portarlington depart?
The latest train from Athlone to Portarlington departs at 22:05. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Athlone to Portarlington in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £2.17 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Athlone to Portarlington?
There are on average 13 direct connection(s) from Athlone to go to Portarlington.
What's the fastest journey time between Athlone to Portarlington by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Athlone and Portarlington is 0 hrs 42 mins.
Is there a direct train from Athlone to Portarlington?
Yes, there is a direct train between Athlone and Portarlington.
What are the CO2 emissions for Athlone to Portarlington by train?
The train journey from Athlone to Portarlington creates 4.12kg of CO2 emissions.

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