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

The cheapest way to get from Bray to Carlow is to bus which costs €12 - €17 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bray to Carlow is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs €16 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Bray and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Bray to Carlow station. However, there are services departing from Cornerstone Church and arriving at Carlow Bus Station via George's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Bray and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Bray to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Bray and arriving at Carlow via Abbey Street and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Bray to Carlow?

The distance between Bray and Carlow is 114 km. The road distance is 99.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bray to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €12 - €19.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Bray to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bray to Carlow bus from?

Bray to Carlow bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, depart from Cornerstone Church station.

Where do I catch the Bray to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Bray to Carlow?

The best way to get from Bray to Carlow is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €12 - €19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €17 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Bray to Carlow bus arrive?

Bray to Carlow bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, arrive at Westmoreland Street station.

Where does the Bray to Carlow train arrive?

Bray to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Tara Street station.

Can I drive from Bray to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Bray to Carlow is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Bray to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 106+ hotels available in Carlow.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bray to Tara StreetRe / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to CarlowRe / ...
2h 58m
€12–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bray to Tara StreetRe / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Custom House Quay to Carlow Barrack St4
3h 10m
€18–27
Drive 99.3 km
1. Drive from Bray to Carlow99.3 km
1h 7m
€17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cornerstone Church to Westmoreland StreetE1
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Carlow Bus Station736 / ...
3h 31m
€13–17

Bray to Carlow by train, foot, and tram

66Weekly Services

2h 58mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.2 km
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Bray, IE-WW, Ireland and Carlow, Ireland?

You can take a train from Bray to Carlow via Tara Street, Abbey Street, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cornerstone Church to Carlow Bus Station via Westmoreland Street and George's Quay in around 3h 31m.

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