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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Cong is to train which costs €20 - €35 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Cong is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Cong?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Cong. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Cong via Crampton Quay and Claremorris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Carlow to Cong?

The distance between Carlow and Cong is 248 km. The road distance is 208.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Cong without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs €20 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Carlow to Cong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Cong bus from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Cong?

The best way to get from Carlow to Cong is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs €20 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Carlow to Cong bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Cong?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Cong is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Carlow to Cong.

Where can I stay near Cong?

There are 83+ hotels available in Cong.

Carlow to Cong - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Carlow to Cong 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 Claremorristrain Re
5h 18m
€21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Eden Quaybus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Claremorrisbus 721
7h 3m
€31–51
Drive 208.7 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Congcar 208.7 km
2h 52m
€36–51

Carlow to Cong by train and bus

4Weekly Services

5h 18mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 248.1 km
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Cong, IE-MO, Ireland?

You can take a train from Carlow to Cong via Kildare, Claremorris, and Claremorris Station in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Cong via Eden Quay, Crampton Quay, and Claremorris in around 7h 3m.

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