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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Cobh is to train which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Cobh is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Cobh?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Spy Hill via Waterford Bus Station, City Hall and Carrigaloe Ferry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Cobh?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Cobh. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Cobh via Kildare and Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Carlow to Cobh?

The distance between Carlow and Cobh is 277 km. The road distance is 175.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Cobh without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Carlow to Cobh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Cobh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlow to Cobh train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Cobh?

The best way to get from Carlow to Cobh is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €55 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Carlow to Cobh bus arrive?

Carlow to Cobh bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Waterford Bus Station.

Where does the Carlow to Cobh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Cobh?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Cobh is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Carlow to Cobh.

Where can I stay near Cobh?

There are 318+ hotels available in Cobh.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Carlow to Cobh 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
best
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Corktrain 224
4h 31m
€26–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlow to Waterfordtrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
4h 56m
€27–47
Drive 175.9 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Cobhcar 175.9 km
2h 18m
€30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Waterford Bus Stationbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
5h 14m
€26–52
Bus via Jameson Distillery
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Waterford Bus Stationbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Jameson Distillerybus 40
5h 50m
€32–54

Carlow to Cobh by train

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4h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 276.8 km
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Cobh via Kildare and Cork in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Spy Hill via Waterford Bus Station, Cork Anderson's Quay, City Hall, Glenbrook Ferry, and Carrigaloe Ferry in around 5h 14m.

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