The average train between Carlow and Tullamore takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 1h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlow to Tullamore. 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 Tullamore. 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 Tullamore at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Kildare and take an average of 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Carlow to Tullamore? 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 Tullamore. However, there are services departing from Carlow station and arriving at Tullamore station via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Carlow to Tullamore train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.
Carlow to Tullamore train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Tullamore station.
The distance between Carlow and Tullamore is 61.1 km. The road distance is 86 km.
You can take a train from Carlow to Tullamore via Kildare and Portarlington in around 2h 40m.