The average train between Dublin and Carlow takes 1h 3m and the fastest train takes 53 min. The train service runs several times per day from Dublin 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 3 hours between Dublin and Carlow. The earliest departure is at 7:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dublin is at 8:20 PM which arrives into Carlow at 9:40 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dublin station and arriving at Carlow station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.
Dublin to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Heuston station.
Dublin to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Carlow station.
The distance between Dublin and Carlow is 71 km. The road distance is 89 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Carlow every 3 hours. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h.