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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Ballaghaderreen is to train which costs €27 - €45 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Ballaghaderreen is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Ballaghaderreen?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Ballaghaderreen. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Ballaghaderreen via Longford Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Ballaghaderreen?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Ballaghaderreen. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Castlerea via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Carlow to Ballaghaderreen?

The distance between Carlow and Ballaghaderreen is 200 km. The road distance is 185.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Ballaghaderreen without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs €27 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Carlow to Ballaghaderreen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Ballaghaderreen bus from?

Carlow to Ballaghaderreen bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Ballaghaderreen train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Ballaghaderreen?

The best way to get from Carlow to Ballaghaderreen is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs €27 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Carlow to Ballaghaderreen bus arrive?

Carlow to Ballaghaderreen bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Longford Stn station.

Where does the Carlow to Ballaghaderreen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Ballaghaderreen?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Ballaghaderreen is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Carlow to Ballaghaderreen.

Where can I stay near Ballaghaderreen?

There are 67+ hotels available in Ballaghaderreen.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Castlereatrain Re / ...
4h 40m
€28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Longford Stnbus 73
2. Take the bus from Longford Stn to Ballaghaderreenbus 22
4h 58m
€38–55
Drive 185.6 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Ballaghaderreencar 185.6 km
2h 24m
€32–46
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Parkgate Stbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Ballaghaderreenbus 22
5h 11m
€29–44

Carlow to Ballaghaderreen by train and bus

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4h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 199.8 km
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Ballaghaderreen via Kildare, Castlerea, and Castlerea Stn in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Ballaghaderreen via Longford Stn in around 4h 58m.

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