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13/01/2026
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Thurles to Galway by train

The journey from Thurles to Galway by train is 67.2 mi and takes 3 hrs 19 mins. There are 13 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:14 and the last at 19:44. It is possible to travel from Thurles to Galway by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 3 hrs 19 mins
Connection per Day 13
First Departure 06:14
Last Departure 19:44
Distance 67.2 mi
Departure Thurles
Arrival Galway
Carriers Irish Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Thurles to Galway

The cheapest Thurles - Galway train tickets can be found for as low as £2.54 if you’re lucky, or £5.05 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £6.85.

Find the best day to travel to Galway by train

When travelling to Galway 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!

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Thurles to Galway CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
7.57kg
Bus
8.11kg
Flight
21.63kg
Car
17.3kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Thurles to Galway by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Thurles and Galway are 7.57kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Thurles and Galway? By taking the train between Thurles and Galway you will save 14.06kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.54kg compared to a bus and 9.73kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Thurles and Galway by train?
Thurles to Galway is 67.2 mi.
How long does the train between Thurles and Galway take?
Thurles to Galway is on average 3 hrs 19 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 46 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Thurles to Galway?
Thurles to Galway has 13 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Thurles to Galway leave?
The earliest train from Thurles to Galway departs at 06:14. 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 Thurles to Galway depart?
The latest train from Thurles to Galway departs at 19:44. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Thurles to Galway by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Thurles and Galway is 2 hrs 46 mins.
Is there a direct train from Thurles to Galway?
Yes, there is a direct train between Thurles and Galway.
What are the CO2 emissions for Thurles to Galway by train?
The train journey from Thurles to Galway creates 7.57kg of CO2 emissions.

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