The average train between Carlow and Dublin takes 1h 5m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlow to Dublin. 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 3 hours between Carlow and Dublin. 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 Dublin at 10:52 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlow station and arriving at Dublin station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.
Carlow to Dublin train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.
Carlow to Dublin train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.
The distance between Carlow and Dublin is 71 km. The road distance is 89 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Carlow to Dublin Heuston every 3 hours. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 2m.