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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Adare is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Adare is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Adare?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Adare. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Adare via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Carlow to Adare?

The distance between Carlow and Adare is 282 km. The road distance is 150.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Adare without a car is to bus via Dublin which takes 4h 32m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Carlow to Adare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Adare bus from?

Carlow to Adare bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Carlow Bus Station.

Train or bus from Carlow to Adare?

The best way to get from Carlow to Adare is to bus via Dublin which takes 4h 32m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €22 - €45 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Carlow to Adare bus arrive?

Carlow to Adare bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Adare?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Adare is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Carlow to Adare.

Where can I stay near Adare?

There are 118+ hotels available in Adare.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Adare by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Dublin
best
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Red Cow Luasbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Adarebus 300
4h 32m
€27–37
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
4h 38m
€23–42
Drive 150.6 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Adarecar 150.6 km
1h 52m
€26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Fairgreen to Piltownbus 487
2. Take the bus from Piltown to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 55
7h 7m

Carlow to Adare by bus

88Weekly Buses

4h 32mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 282.2 km
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Adare, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Adare via Red Cow Luas in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlow to Adare via Kildare, Limerick, and Limerick Colbert Station in around 4h 38m.

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