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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to County Kildare is to train which costs €5 - €8 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to County Kildare is to drive which takes 31 min and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and County Kildare?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Fire Station station and arriving at Luí Na Gréine. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and County Kildare?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlow and arriving at Newbridge. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Carlow to County Kildare?

The distance between Carlow and County Kildare is 49 km. The road distance is 43.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to County Kildare without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs €5 - €8.

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

The train from Carlow to Newbridge takes 39 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

Carlow to County Kildare bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin, depart from Fire Station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to County Kildare train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to County Kildare?

The best way to get from Carlow to County Kildare is to train which takes 39 min and costs €5 - €8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 59 min.

Where does the Carlow to County Kildare bus arrive?

Carlow to County Kildare bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin, arrive at Luí Na Gréine station.

Where does the Carlow to County Kildare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to County Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to County Kildare is 43 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Carlow to County Kildare.

Where can I stay near County Kildare?

There are 144+ hotels available in County Kildare.

Carlow to County Kildare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to County Kildare by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Carlow to County Kildare by train

44Weekly Trains

39 minAverage Duration

€5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 48.7 km
Duration: 39 min

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Carlow to Newbridge every 4 hours. Tickets cost €5–8 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin operates a bus from Fire Station to Luí Na Gréine every 4 hours, and the journey takes 59 min.

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