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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Castletroy is to bus via Dublin which costs €20 - €35 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Castletroy is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Castletroy?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Castletroy. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at UL Student Ctr via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Carlow to Castletroy?

The distance between Carlow and Castletroy is 259 km. The road distance is 130.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Castletroy without a car is to bus via Dublin which takes 3h 33m and costs €20 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Carlow to Castletroy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Castletroy bus from?

Carlow to Castletroy bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Carlow Bus Stn station.

Train or bus from Carlow to Castletroy?

The best way to get from Carlow to Castletroy is to bus via Dublin which takes 3h 33m and costs €20 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Carlow to Castletroy bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Castletroy?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Castletroy is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Carlow to Castletroy.

Where can I stay near Castletroy?

There are 155+ hotels available in Castletroy.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Castletroy by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Dublin
best
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Red Cow Luasbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to UL Student Ctrbus 300
3h 33m
€20–33
Train
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
3h 51m
€22–32
Drive 130.6 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Castletroycar 130.6 km
1h 41m
€23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Fairgreen to Piltownbus 487
2. Take the bus from Piltown to Limerick Colbertbus 55
6h 17m
€26–38

Carlow to Castletroy by bus

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3h 33mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carlow to Castletroy.

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Distance: 258.7 km
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to UL Student Ctr via Red Cow Luas in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlow to Castletroy Pk via Kildare, Limerick, and Upr Mallow Street in around 3h 51m.

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