Is it possible to travel around Ireland by train?

Hello,

My husband and I are planning a trip to Ireland in September 2026. We’ll be flying from Montreal to London, where we’ll spend three nights. After that, we’ll head to Dublin for a few days and take trains to visit the main attractions. Our ideal plan would be to choose hotels near train stations and take tours to the interesting spots. Would 8 days in Ireland be enough for this kind of trip?

Hi there, there’s a fantastic site about trains around the world—here’s the page on "Ireland": https://www.seat61.com/train-travel-in-ireland.htm It’s got a rail-network map, descriptions of each train, how to book, and more. Happy planning!

Thanks so much and have a great day.