The average train between Carlow and Midleton takes 6h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlow to Midleton. 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 5 times a day between Carlow and Midleton. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlow is at 9:44 PM which arrives into Midleton at 10:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Kildare and take an average of 6h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Carlow to Midleton? 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 Midleton. However, there are services departing from Carlow station and arriving at Midleton station via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.
Carlow to Midleton train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.
Carlow to Midleton train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Carlow and Midleton is 133.2 km. The road distance is 278 km.
You can take a train from Carlow to Midleton via Kildare, Portlaoise, and Cork in around 4h 29m.