The cheapest and fastest trains from Dublin to Tralee
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dublin to Tralee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Tralee will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 5 trains that leave Dublin for Tralee every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 260 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
17:053h55Dublin21:00Tralee£271One-way0 changes
7:003h58Dublin10:58Tralee£321One-way1 change
9:003h58Dublin12:58Tralee£321One-way1 change
11:003h58Dublin14:58Tralee£321One-way1 change
13:003h58Dublin16:58Tralee£321One-way1 change
17:053h55Dublin21:00Tralee£271One-way0 changes
7:003h58Dublin10:58Tralee£321One-way1 change
9:003h58Dublin12:58Tralee£321One-way1 change
11:003h58Dublin14:58Tralee£321One-way1 change
13:003h58Dublin16:58Tralee£321One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Dublin to Tralee
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Tralee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 260 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price | £25 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dublin to Tralee train times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Tralee trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 Dublin | 3h58 | 10:58 Tralee | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:00 Dublin | 3h58 | 12:58 Tralee | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:00 Dublin | 3h58 | 14:58 Tralee | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:00 Dublin | 3h58 | 16:58 Tralee | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:00 Dublin | 3h58 | 18:58 Tralee | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Dublin to Tralee by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dublin to Tralee
Trains from Dublin to Tralee run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 260 km distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 260 km |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 7:00 |
Last train 21:00 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Irish Rail from Dublin to Tralee trainsIrish Rail trains will get you between Dublin and Tralee from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Dublin to Tralee train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Tralee by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tralee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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