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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Athy is to train which costs €2 - €4 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Athy is to train which takes 13 min and costs €2 - €4.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Athy?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Carlow Bus Station station and arriving at Athy. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Athy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlow and arriving at Athy. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Carlow to Athy?

The distance between Carlow and Athy is 18 km. The road distance is 18.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Athy without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs €2 - €4.

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

The train from Carlow to Athy takes 13 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Athy bus from?

Carlow to Athy bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, depart from Carlow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Athy?

The best way to get from Carlow to Athy is to train which takes 13 min and costs €2 - €4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €10 and takes 31 min.

Where does the Carlow to Athy bus arrive?

Carlow to Athy bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, arrive at Athy station.

Where does the Carlow to Athy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Athy is 18 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Carlow to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 138+ hotels available in Athy.

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

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

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Carlow to Athy by train

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13 minAverage Duration

€2Cheapest Price

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Distance: 17.7 km
Duration: 13 min

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Carlow to Athy every 2 hours. Tickets cost €2–4 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow operates a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Athy 4 times a day, and the journey takes 31 min. J.J.Kavanagh & Sons also services this route 6 times a week.

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