What is the cheapest way to get from Carlow to County Kerry?

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to County Kerry is to train which costs €29 - €50 and takes 6h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlow to County Kerry?

The fastest way to get from Carlow to County Kerry is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and County Kerry?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to County Kerry. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Milltown via Waterford Bus Stn, Cork Bus Stn and Killarney Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Carlow to County Kerry?

The distance between Carlow and County Kerry is 320 km. The road distance is 241.3 km.

How do I travel from Carlow to County Kerry without a car?

The best way to get from Carlow to County Kerry without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs €29 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Carlow to County Kerry?

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Carlow to County Kerry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to County Kerry bus from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to County Kerry?

The best way to get from Carlow to County Kerry is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs €29 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Carlow to County Kerry bus arrive?

Carlow to County Kerry bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Waterford Bus Stn station.

Can I drive from Carlow to County Kerry?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to County Kerry is 241 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Carlow to County Kerry.

Where can I stay near County Kerry?

There are 213+ hotels available in County Kerry.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Carlow to County Kerry 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 Portarlington to Killarneytrain Ic
6h 11m
€30–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Waterford Bus Stnbus 736
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 600
3. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Killarney Bus Stnbus 40
7h 29m
€38–75
Drive 241.3 km
1. Drive from Carlow to County Kerrycar 241.3 km
3h 10m
€41–59

Carlow to County Kerry by train and bus

1Weekly Services

6h 11mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carlow to County Kerry.

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Distance: 319.6 km
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and County Kerry, Ireland?

You can take a train from Carlow to Milltown via Kildare, Portarlington, Killarney, and Killarney Bus Stn in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Milltown via Waterford Bus Stn, Cork Andersn's Quay, Cork Bus Stn, and Killarney Bus Stn in around 7h 29m.

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