The average train between Belfast and Carlow takes 5h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Belfast to Carlow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Belfast and Carlow. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Belfast is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Carlow at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 5h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Belfast to Carlow? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Belfast station and arriving at Carlow station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.
Belfast to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Great Central station.
Belfast to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Carlow station.
The distance between Belfast and Carlow is 206.1 km. The road distance is 272 km.
You can take a train from Belfast Great Central to Carlow via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 28m.