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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Callan is to drive which costs €9 - €13 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Callan is to drive which takes 38 min and costs €9 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Callan?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Callan. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Callan via Ormonde Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Carlow to Callan?

The distance between Carlow and Callan is 58 km. The road distance is 53.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Callan without a car is to train and line 717 bus which takes 1h 55m and costs €11 - €17.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Carlow to Callan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Callan bus from?

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

Where does the Carlow to Callan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Callan?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Callan is 54 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Carlow to Callan.

Where can I stay near Callan?

There are 121+ hotels available in Callan.

Carlow to Callan - 5 ways to travel via train, line 717 bus, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Carlow to Callan by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 717 bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlow to KilkennyRe / ...
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Callan717
1h 55m
€12–17
Drive 53.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlow to Callan53.7 km
38 min
€9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Ormonde Road897
2h 30m
€13–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlow to Callan53.7 km
38 min
€75–95
Line 481 bus, bus, line 470 bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow to Paulstown481
2. Take the bus from Paulstown to Kilkenny Dunnes Stores500
3. Take the bus from Kilkenny to Callan470
3h 37m

Carlow to Callan by train and bus

55Weekly Services

1h 55mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carlow to Callan.

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Distance: 57.6 km
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Callan, IE-KK, Ireland?

TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow operates a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Ormonde Road 4 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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