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Things to do in Ireland when traveling by train

Allow us to add a trio of activities to your itinerary in Ireland’s most popular destinations.

Things to do in Galway, Ireland, for festival fanatics

🎥 The Galway Film Fleadh is a summertime showcase of new movies and interactive workshops.

🦪 Come hungry for the annual autumn Galway International Oyster Festival, the world’s oldest oyster festival and host of the World Oyster Opening Championship. 

🎄 Europe is renowned for its Christmas markets and the Galway Christmas Market on Eyre Square is no different.  

Things to do in Cork, Ireland, for architectural admirers 

⛪ Fall in love with the French Gothic design of St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral. 

🏰 Pucker up for the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle & Gardens. 

🏫 Learn about the history of University College Cork’s Tudor Gothic-Revival quad.  

Things to do in Kilkenny, Ireland, focused on food and drink 

⭐ Dine at the 1 Michelin Star Campagne restaurant.  

🍺 Imbibe a few pints at the Smithwick’s Experience. 

🥕 Visit the Kilkenny Farmers Market outside of Kilkenny Castle  3>

Things to do in Killarney, Ireland, for outdoor lovers 

🏞️ Explore the gorgeous Killarney National Park. 

🦅 Try your hand (or arm) at falconry. 

🛥️ Sail over to Innisfallen Abbey in Lough Leane. 

As for the best things to do in Dublin, Ireland? We’ve got 20 reasons to visit.  

🚉 Average timetables from Dublin Heuston 🚉 

Limerick Junction in Limerick: ~ 1h 26m 

Plunkett Station in Waterford: ~ 2h 25m 

Kent Station in Cork: ~ 2h 32m 

Ceannt Station in Galway: ~ 2h 51m 

Tralee via Kent Station in Cork: ~ 4h 

🚉 Average timetables from Dublin Connolly 🚉 

Bray Daly: ~ 58m 

Rathdrum: ~ 90m 

Rosslare Europort: ~ 3h 03m 

Exploring the country by train is one of the best things to do in Ireland, no matter if it’s your first or fifth time visiting the Emerald Isle. With routes hitting both major cities like Galway and Cork, as well as smaller towns and villages like Wicklow, Cahir, and Ballymote, you can enjoy flexibility, convenience, and comfort while planning your trip.  

Trainline elevates all three with the Trainline app. No need to purchase tickets at the station. Download our app, purchase tickets for train travel across Ireland, and board the carriage knowing that your Irish itinerary doesn’t need to include crowded tour buses or cramped cars.