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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Howth is to train which costs €11 - €18 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Howth is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs €16 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Howth?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Howth. However, there are services departing from Carlow Barrack St and arriving at Main Street Howth via Abbey Street Lower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Howth?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Howth. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Howth via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Carlow to Howth?

The distance between Carlow and Howth is 106 km. The road distance is 99.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Howth without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €11 - €18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Carlow to Howth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Howth bus from?

Carlow to Howth bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Carlow Barrack St station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Howth train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Howth?

The best way to get from Carlow to Howth is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €11 - €18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €25 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Carlow to Howth bus arrive?

Carlow to Howth bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Eden Quay station.

Where does the Carlow to Howth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Howth?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Howth is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Carlow to Howth.

Where can I stay near Howth?

There are 975+ hotels available in Howth.

Carlow to Howth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Howth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the train from Tara Street to HowthRe / ...
2h 2m
€12–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Barrack St to Dublin Eden Quay4
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street Lower to Main Street Howth6 / ...
2h 19m
€19–24
Drive 99.1 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Howth99.1 km
1h 17m
€17–25
Bus via Carlow Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Eden Quay736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street Lower to Main Street Howth6 / ...
2h 24m
€13–17

Carlow to Howth by train, tram, and foot

79Weekly Services

2h 2mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.9 km
Duration: 2h 2m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Howth via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey Street, and Tara Street in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Barrack St to Main Street Howth via Dublin Eden Quay and Abbey Street Lower in around 2h 19m.

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