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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Carrickmacross is to train and bus which costs €16 - €24 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Carrickmacross is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Carrickmacross?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Carrickmacross. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Carrickmacross via Abbey Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Carlow to Carrickmacross?

The distance between Carlow and Carrickmacross is 178 km. The road distance is 151.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Carrickmacross without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 43m and costs €16 - €24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Carlow to Carrickmacross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Carrickmacross bus from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Carrickmacross?

The best way to get from Carlow to Carrickmacross is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €25 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Carlow to Carrickmacross bus arrive?

Carlow to Carrickmacross bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Carrickmacross?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Carrickmacross is 151 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Carlow to Carrickmacross.

Where can I stay near Carrickmacross?

There are 95+ hotels available in Carrickmacross.

Carlow to Carrickmacross - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Carlow to Carrickmacross 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 Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Carrickmacross980 / ...
3h 43m
€17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to DundalkIc / ...
4h 18m
€27–40
Drive 151.1 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Carrickmacross151.1 km
2h 6m
€26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Eden Quay736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Carrickmacross980 / ...
3h 50m
€17–24
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Dublin Airport Zone 16736
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport to Carrickmacross South Bypass32
3h 59m
€26–36

Carlow to Carrickmacross by train, tram, and bus

79Weekly Services

3h 43mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carlow to Carrickmacross.

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Distance: 177.6 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Carrickmacross via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, Dundalk, and Dundalk Clarke Station in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Carrickmacross via Eden Quay and Abbey Street in around 3h 50m.

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