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Ireland by train
Your guide to train travel in Ireland
Ireland
Ireland rail passes
Explore Ireland with a rail pass
Popular train routes in Ireland
“Explore Ireland’s hotspots by train”
From > To
Duration (h)
Changes
Transport
Dublin to Cork
2:30
Direct
Irish Rail Intercity
Dublin to Galway
2:18
Direct
Irish Rail Intercity
Dublin to Limerick
2:20
Direct
Irish Rail Intercity
Dublin to Waterford
2:11
Direct
Irish Rail Intercity
Dublin to Kilkenny
1:30
Direct
Irish Rail Intercity
Ireland train stations
Dublin Heuston
Dublin Connolly
Cork Kent Station
Galway Station
Limerick Station
Waterford Plunkett Station
Killarney Station
Sligo Mac Diarmada Station
Tralee Station
Wexford Station
Kilkenny MacDonagh
Drogheda Station
Dundalk Station
Clonmel Station
Athlone Station
Dublin Heuston, Heuston Station Saint John's Road West, Saint James, Dublin, Ireland
Connolly Train Station, Amiens Street, North Wall, Dublin, Ireland
Cork (Kent), Lower Glanmire Road, Cork, Ireland
Galway Station
Limerick Station
Waterford (Plunkett), Terminus Street, Mountmisery, County Waterford, Ireland
Killarney Station
Sligo Mac Diarmada Station
Tralee Station
Wexford Station
Kilkenny MacDonagh, Highhays, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland
Drogheda Station
Dundalk Station
Clonmel Station
Athlone Station
Good to know
The best time to travel to Ireland
The ideal time for train travel in Ireland is from May to September, when the weather is mild and pleasant. These months offer the best conditions for discovering the country’s scenic and cultural highlights. In spring and autumn in particular, temperatures are comfortable and the sights are less crowded.
You can make the most of the blossoming landscapes in spring and the colourful foliage in autumn. In summer, the coastal towns are especially appealing, while winter is ideal for visiting the festively decorated cities. Plan your trip around your interests and enjoy the best Ireland has to offer. Every season has its own charm and offers unique experiences.
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Find everything you need for an unforgettable train journey in Ireland.
Destination
Ireland, Europe
Population: 4.8 million
Currency: Euro
Languages: English, Irish
Capital: Dublin
Dialling code: +353
Time zone: Western European Time
