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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Ballybunion is to train and bus which costs €29 - €45 and takes 6h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Ballybunion is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Ballybunion?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Ballybunion. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Ballybunnion via Red Cow Luas, Abbeyfeale and Listowel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Carlow to Ballybunion?

The distance between Carlow and Ballybunion is 301 km. The road distance is 217.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Ballybunion without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 42m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Carlow to Ballybunion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Ballybunion bus from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Ballybunion?

The best way to get from Carlow to Ballybunion is to bus via Dublin which takes 7h 49m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Carlow to Ballybunion bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Ballybunion?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Ballybunion is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Carlow to Ballybunion.

Where can I stay near Ballybunion?

There are 119+ hotels available in Ballybunion.

Carlow to Ballybunion - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Carlow to Ballybunion 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
3. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Ballybunnionbus 314
6h 42m
€30–44
Train, bus via Listowel
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
3. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Listowelbus 13
7h
€32–55
Drive 217.3 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Ballybunioncar 217.3 km
2h 49m
€36–52
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Red Cow Luasbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Abbeyfealebus 300
7h 49m
€43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Traleetrain Ic
8h 13m
€39–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Fairgreen to Piltownbus 487
2. Take the bus from Piltown to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 55
3. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Ballybunnionbus 314
9h 11m

Carlow to Ballybunion by train and bus

15Weekly Services

6h 42mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carlow to Ballybunion.

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Distance: 300.8 km
Duration: 6h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Ballybunnion via Red Cow Luas, Abbeyfeale, and Listowel in around 7h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlow to Ballybunnion via Kildare, Portarlington, Tralee, Tralee Bus Station, and Listowel in around 8h 13m.

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