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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Dalkey is to train which costs €11 - €18 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Dalkey is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs €14 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Dalkey?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Dalkey. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Dalkey Village via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Dalkey?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Dalkey. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Dalkey via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Carlow to Dalkey?

The distance between Carlow and Dalkey is 106 km. The road distance is 87.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Dalkey without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs €11 - €18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Carlow to Dalkey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Dalkey bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlow to Dalkey train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Dalkey?

The best way to get from Carlow to Dalkey is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs €11 - €18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 702 bus, which costs €20 - €28 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Carlow to Dalkey bus arrive?

Carlow to Dalkey bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 16 station.

Where does the Carlow to Dalkey train arrive?

Carlow to Dalkey train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Dalkey?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Dalkey is 88 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Carlow to Dalkey.

Where can I stay near Dalkey?

There are 993+ hotels available in Dalkey.

Carlow to Dalkey - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and line 702 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Carlow to Dalkey by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Dalkeytrain Ic / ...
1h 59m
€12–18
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Custom House Quaybus 4
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Dalkeytrain Ic / ...
2h 8m
€18–25
Drive 87.8 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Dalkeycar 87.8 km
1h 21m
€15–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlow to Dalkeytaxi 87.8 km
1h 21m
€120–150
Bus, line 702 bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 736
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Dalkey Villagebus 702
3h 18m
€20–28

Carlow to Dalkey by train, tram, and foot

65Weekly Services

1h 59mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.6 km
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Dalkey via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Dalkey Village via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 in around 3h 18m.

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