What is the cheapest way to get from Carlow Town to Castlerea?

The cheapest way to get from Carlow Town to Castlerea is to train which costs €16 - €25 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlow Town to Castlerea?

The fastest way to get from Carlow Town to Castlerea is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow Town and Castlerea?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow Town station to Castlerea. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Castlerea via Athlone Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow Town and Castlerea?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow Town to Castlerea. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Castlerea via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Carlow Town to Castlerea?

The distance between Carlow Town and Castlerea is 179 km. The road distance is 168.8 km.

How do I travel from Carlow Town to Castlerea without a car?

The best way to get from Carlow Town to Castlerea without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €16 - €25.

How long does it take to get from Carlow Town to Castlerea?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Carlow Town to Castlerea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow Town to Castlerea bus from?

Carlow Town to Castlerea bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Carlow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Carlow Town to Castlerea train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow Town to Castlerea?

The best way to get from Carlow Town to Castlerea is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €16 - €25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €29 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Carlow Town to Castlerea bus arrive?

Carlow Town to Castlerea bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Station.

Where does the Carlow Town to Castlerea train arrive?

Carlow Town to Castlerea train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Carlow Town to Castlerea?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow Town to Castlerea is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Carlow Town to Castlerea.

Where can I stay near Castlerea?

There are 43+ hotels available in Castlerea.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Castlereatrain Re
3h 25m
€17–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Athlone Stationbus 73
2. Take the train from Athlone to Castlereatrain Re
3h 55m
€18–26
Drive 168.8 km
1. Drive from Carlow Town to Castlereacar 168.8 km
2h 11m
€28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Athlone Stationbus 73
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Castlereabus 440
4h 15m
€20–29

Carlow Town to Castlerea by foot and train

4Weekly Services

3h 25mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carlow Town to Castlerea.

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Distance: 179.5 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Carlow Town, Ireland and Castlerea, Ireland?

You can take a vehicle from Carlow Town to Castlerea via Carlow and Kildare in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Carlow Town to Castlerea via Carlow Bus Station and Athlone Station in around 4h 15m.

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