What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast to Carlow?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Carlow is to bus which costs €28 - €150 and takes 4h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to Carlow?

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Carlow is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn via Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Carlow via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Belfast to Carlow?

The distance between Belfast and Carlow is 272 km. The road distance is 236.8 km.

How do I travel from Belfast to Carlow without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs €29 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Belfast to Carlow?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Belfast to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Carlow bus from?

Belfast to Carlow bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Grand Central Station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Carlow train from?

Belfast to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Carlow?

The best way to get from Belfast to Carlow is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €150 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Belfast to Carlow bus arrive?

Belfast to Carlow bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Terminal 1 Zone 1 station.

Where does the Belfast to Carlow train arrive?

Belfast to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Carlow is 237 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Belfast to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 109+ hotels available in Carlow.

Belfast to Carlow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Carlow by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Carlowtrain Re / ...
4h 12m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736
4h 22m
€29–146
Drive 236.8 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Carlowcar 236.8 km
2h 46m
€42–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Carlowtrain Re / ...
4h 44m

Belfast to Carlow by train and tram

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4h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 271.9 km
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Carlow, Ireland?

You can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Carlow via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central Station to Carlow Bus Stn via Terminal 1 Zone 1 and Airport Zone 16 in around 4h 22m.

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