The average train between Carlow and Bray takes 2h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlow to Bray. 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 Carlow and Bray. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlow is at 9:44 PM which arrives into Bray at 12:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 2h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Carlow to Bray? 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 Carlow to Bray. However, there are services departing from Carlow station and arriving at Bray station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.
Carlow to Bray train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.
Carlow to Bray train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Bray station.
The distance between Carlow and Bray is 68.4 km. The road distance is 114 km.
You can take a train from Carlow to Bray via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 2h 15m.