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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Downpatrick is to bus which costs £25 - £140 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Downpatrick is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Downpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Downpatrick. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Church Street via Dublin Airport T1 and Grand Central Station Stand 21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Carlow to Downpatrick?

The distance between Carlow and Downpatrick is 192 miles. The road distance is 139.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Downpatrick without a car is to train and line 215 bus which takes 5h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Carlow to Downpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Downpatrick bus from?

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

Where does the Carlow to Downpatrick bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Downpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Downpatrick is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Carlow to Downpatrick.

Where can I stay near Downpatrick?

There are 343+ hotels available in Downpatrick.

Carlow to Downpatrick - 4 ways to travel via train, line 215 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Downpatrick 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, line 215 bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Church Streetbus 215 / ...
5h 25m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 736
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
5h 40m
£26–133
Drive 138.6 mi
1. Drive from Carlow to Downpatrickcar 138.6 mi
2h 46m
£34–49
Bus, line 515 bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Custom House Quaybus 4
2. Take the bus from Custom House Quay to Grand Central Stationbus 785
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Pillar Well Lanebus 515 / ...
6h 57m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carlow to Downpatrick.

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Distance: 191.4 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Downpatrick, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Church Street via Dublin Airport Zone 16, Dublin Airport T1, Grand Central Station Stand 11, and Grand Central Station Stand 21 in around 5h 40m.

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