--- title: "Galway train stations | EveryRail" description: "Galway (Ceannt Station) sits at Eyre Square; InterCity trains run to Dublin Heuston in about 2 hours 20 to 40 minutes and to Limerick via Ennis." image: "https://znmmduxdxnnnebgevjdu.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/blog-media/v2-cities/galway/featured-pexels-38682006-20261010-claude.jpg" --- [Home]()[Ireland]()Galway [Home]()[Ireland]()Galway **Share** - - [Share on WhatsApp]() - [Share on X]() - [Share on Facebook]() - [Share by email]() **On this page** - [About train stations in Galway]() - [Where to book]() - [Train stations in Galway]() - [Find places to stay in Galway]() - [Frequently asked questions]() [Book now]() Last reviewed October 2026 # Train stations in Galway Galway (Ceannt Station) sits at Eyre Square; InterCity trains run to Dublin Heuston in about 2 hours 20 to 40 minutes and to Limerick via Ennis. ![Colourful terrace houses of the Long Walk reflected in the water at Galway, Ireland]() Stations 1 Primary station [Galway]() Passenger operators 1 Galway (Ceannt Station) is the station for the city centre. It stands beside Eyre Square, so the old town is on foot from the platform. ## Arriving at Galway station Eyre Square, officially the John F. Kennedy Memorial Park, is the centre of Galway, and the tourist office on Forster Street is near the station at the lower end of the square. The Latin Quarter runs from the Spanish Arch to Middle Street and takes in High Street, Quay Street and Cross Street. You can walk there from the station. Inside the station there is a ticket machine, a coffee kiosk, a Starbucks and sheltered bike parking. A new Ceannt Station is being built, so expect building works around the station. The booking office opens Monday to Friday from 07:00 to 18:45 and is closed at weekends; at other times buy online or at the ticket machine. ## Trains to Dublin [Irish Rail]() runs InterCity trains from Galway to Dublin Heuston via Athenry, Ballinasloe, Athlone and Tullamore. They leave about every one to two hours from early morning into the evening, every day of the week. The journey takes between about 2 hours 20 minutes and 2 hours 40 minutes, depending on the train. A new national timetable starts on 13 December 2026. Trains arrive at Heuston, on the west side of Dublin, not at Connolly. Your Galway ticket includes one trip within Dublin city, so choose Connolly when you book to include the Luas Red Line, or Dublin to include a bus to the centre. Irish Rail advises allowing 1 hour to change between Heuston and Connolly by Luas or bus. ## Trains to Limerick and Ennis The Western Rail Corridor runs south from Galway through Oranmore, Athenry, Craughwell, Ardrahan, Gort and Ennis to Limerick. Four or five direct trains a day run each way, four on Sundays, and the whole trip takes about 2 hours. For Cork, change at Limerick and again at Limerick Junction. On Saturday 31 October 2026 ballast cleaning and Oranmore station works close the line between Athenry and Galway, and from 18:00 that day between Athlone and Galway, until 08:00 on Sunday 1 November. Dublin and Limerick trains to and from Galway are affected. ## Oranmore and Athenry Oranmore is about 10 minutes from Galway station and Athenry about 20 minutes on the local trains. Irish Rail sells a special day return from Oranmore to Galway for €6, and €4 for a child. ## Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands Bus Éireann route 350 leaves from Galway Bus Station, which is part of Ceannt Station, and reaches the Cliffs of Moher in about 2 hours. Aran Island Ferries sails year-round from Rossaveel, about 40 minutes to the islands, with a shuttle bus from Victoria Place in Galway. ## Tickets Booking online in advance gives Irish Rail's lowest web fares, and tickets go on sale up to 90 days ahead. The standard fare from Dublin Heuston to Galway is €30.45 for an adult single, €33.30 for a day return and €43.35 for an open return. Children aged 5 to 18 pay half the adult fare and under-5s travel free with a fare-paying adult. Student and young adult fares need a Student or Young Adult Leap card as proof. Irish Rail lists Galway station as not smart-card enabled, so do not plan on tapping Leap at the station. Irish Rail recommends booking a seat on InterCity trains in advance, which also makes sure you get one. ## Rail passes and reservations As of October 2026, seat reservations on Irish InterCity trains are optional with an Interrail pass, so the Dublin and Limerick trains from Galway need none. A pass holder who wants a seat can book a Reservation Only on the Irish Rail site. An allocation is free, and when it is fully booked each seat costs €2.50 per journey. Interrail passes are valid on Irish InterCity trains. ## Where to book ### Train tickets - Omio Omio connects you with over 1,000 transport providers - trains, buses, flights, and more - to simplify your travel planning. [Check times & prices]() - Trainline Trainline sells rail and coach tickets worldwide on behalf of major UK and European transport companies. ### Passenger train operators - [Irish Rail]() Irish Rail runs the Republic of Ireland's national rail network, with InterCity trains to Cork, Galway and Limerick; InterCity reservations are optional. [Official website]() [Check times & prices]() ## Train stations in Galway [![Map showing the location of Galway]()© OpenStreetMap contributors![Irish Rail]()Main stationGalway0.2 km from the city centreGalway is the main railway station in Galway, served by Irish Rail.]() ## Find places to stay in Galway [![Bright bedroom with white bedding and a breakfast tray on the bed]()**Browse stays in Galway**Hotels and apartments via Booking.com]() ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Galway station in the city centre? Yes. Galway (Ceannt Station) stands beside Eyre Square, in the middle of the city, and the Latin Quarter, from the Spanish Arch to Middle Street, is a short walk away. ### Which Dublin station do trains from Galway use? Dublin Heuston, on the west side of the city. Choose Connolly when you book if you want the Luas Red Line included, or Dublin for a bus to the centre. A bus connection to Dublin Airport is available near Heuston. ### Is there a direct train from Galway to Limerick? Yes. Four or five direct trains a day run each way (four on Sundays) via Oranmore, Athenry, Gort and Ennis, taking about 2 hours. For Cork, change at Limerick and again at Limerick Junction. ### Where can I buy a train ticket in Galway? Online through Irish Rail's journey planner, up to 90 days ahead, or at the ticket machine in Galway station. You can use a QR ticket, or collect the ticket at a machine. The booking office opens Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 18:45. ### How do I get to Athenry and Oranmore from Galway? By the local trains on the Dublin and Limerick lines. Oranmore takes about 10 minutes and Athenry about 20. 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