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02/18/2026
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Galway to Howth by train

The journey from Galway to Howth by train is 121.19 mi and takes 4 hr 6 min. There are 10 connections per day, with the first departure at 5:25 AM and the last at 7:20 PM. It is possible to travel from Galway to Howth by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 4 hr 6 min
Connection per Day 10
First Departure 5:25 AM
Last Departure 7:20 PM
Distance 121.19 mi
Departure Galway
Arrival Howth
Carriers Irish Rail

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When travelling to Howth 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!

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Galway to Howth CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
13.65kg
Bus
14.63kg
Flight
39.01kg
Car
31.21kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Galway to Howth by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Galway and Howth are 13.65kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Galway and Howth? By taking the train between Galway and Howth you will save 25.36kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.98kg compared to a bus and 17.56kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Galway and Howth by train?
Galway to Howth is 121.19 mi.
How long does the train between Galway and Howth take?
Galway to Howth is on average 4 hr 6 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hr 39 min.
How many train connections per day go from Galway to Howth?
Galway to Howth has 10 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Galway to Howth leave?
The earliest train from Galway to Howth departs at 5:25 AM. 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 Galway to Howth depart?
The latest train from Galway to Howth departs at 7:20 PM. 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 Galway to Howth by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Galway and Howth is 3 hr 39 min.
Is there a direct train from Galway to Howth?
Yes, there is a direct train between Galway and Howth.
What are the CO2 emissions for Galway to Howth by train?
The train journey from Galway to Howth creates 13.65kg of CO2 emissions.

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