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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Holyhead is to bus and ferry via Dublin which costs £50 - £70 and takes 6h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Holyhead is to train and ferry which takes 6h 8m and costs £60 - £95.

How far is it from Carlow to Holyhead?

The distance between Carlow and Holyhead is 125 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Holyhead without a car is to train and ferry which takes 6h 8m and costs £60 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Carlow to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 904+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Carlow to Holyhead - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Carlow to Holyhead by train, ferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin HeustonRe / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
6h 8m
£64–92
Bus, ferry via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Custom House Quay4
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
6h 23m
£52–66
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to 3Arena736 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
6h 10m
£64–92

Carlow to Holyhead by train, tram, foot, and ferry

26Weekly Services

6h 8mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carlow to Holyhead.

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Distance: 124.3 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Holyhead, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Carlow to Holyhead. However, you can take the train to Dublin Heuston, walk to Heuston, take the vehicle to The Point, walk to Dublin Ferryport B+I, then take the ferry to Holyhead Ferry. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Holyhead Ferry via 3Arena and Dublin Ferryport B+I in around 6h 10m.

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