The average train between Limerick Junction and Carlow takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Limerick Junction 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 4 hours between Limerick Junction and Carlow. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Limerick Junction is at 9:51 PM which arrives into Carlow at 10:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Portlaoise and take an average of 3h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Limerick Junction to Carlow? 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 Limerick Junction to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Limerick Junction station and arriving at Carlow station via Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.
Limerick Junction to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Limerick Junction station.
Limerick Junction to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Carlow station.
The distance between Limerick Junction and Carlow is 93.9 km. The road distance is 165 km.
You can take a train from Limerick Junction to Carlow via Portlaoise and Kildare in around 3h 15m.