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18/06/2025
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Balbriggan to Galway by train

The journey from Balbriggan to Galway by train is 189.28 km and takes 4 hrs 34 mins. There are 7 connections per day, with the first departure at 07:46 and the last at 17:43. It is possible to travel from Balbriggan to Galway by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 4 hrs 34 mins
Connection per Day 7
First Departure 07:46
Last Departure 17:43
Distance 189.28 km
Departure Balbriggan
Arrival Galway
Carriers Irish Rail

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Balbriggan to Galway

The cheapest Balbriggan - Galway train tickets can be found for as low as €3.57 if you’re lucky, or €5.69 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €7.70.

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!

Services on board Irish Rail from Balbriggan to Galway
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Balbriggan to Galway CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
13.25kg
Bus
14.2kg
Flight
37.86kg
Car
30.28kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Balbriggan to Galway by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Balbriggan and Galway are 13.25kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Balbriggan and Galway? By taking the train between Balbriggan and Galway you will save 24.61kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.95kg compared to a bus and 17.03kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Balbriggan and Galway by train?
Balbriggan to Galway is 189.28 km.
How long does the train between Balbriggan and Galway take?
Balbriggan to Galway is on average 4 hrs 34 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 55 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Balbriggan to Galway?
Balbriggan to Galway has 7 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Balbriggan to Galway leave?
The earliest train from Balbriggan to Galway departs at 07:46. 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 Balbriggan to Galway depart?
The latest train from Balbriggan to Galway departs at 17:43. 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 Balbriggan to Galway by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Balbriggan and Galway is 3 hrs 55 mins.
Is there a direct train from Balbriggan to Galway?
Yes, there is a direct train between Balbriggan and Galway.
What are the CO2 emissions for Balbriggan to Galway by train?
The train journey from Balbriggan to Galway creates 13.25kg of CO2 emissions.

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