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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Killaloe is to drive which costs €19 - €29 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Killaloe is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Killaloe?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Killaloe. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Ballina via Portlaoise JFL Avenue and Nenagh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Carlow to Killaloe?

The distance between Carlow and Killaloe is 134 km. The road distance is 116.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Killaloe without a car is to bus and line 323 bus which takes 4h 18m and costs €20 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Carlow to Killaloe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Killaloe bus from?

Carlow to Killaloe bus services, operated by PJ Martley, depart from Carlow Bus Station.

Train or bus from Carlow to Killaloe?

The best way to get from Carlow to Killaloe is to bus and line 323 bus which takes 4h 18m and costs €20 - €30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Carlow to Killaloe bus arrive?

Carlow to Killaloe bus services, operated by PJ Martley, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Killaloe?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Killaloe is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Carlow to Killaloe.

Where can I stay near Killaloe?

There are 129+ hotels available in Killaloe.

Carlow to Killaloe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 323 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Killaloe by bus, train, 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.

Bus, line 323 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Nenaghbus 735
3. Take the bus from Nenagh to Ballinabus 323
4h 18m
€20–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fire Station to Mountrathbus 822
2. Take the bus from Roscrea Castle Street to Nenaghbus 854
6h 39m
€16–30
Train
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
5h 6m
€24–35
Drive 116.2 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Killaloecar 116.2 km
1h 36m
€20–29

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carlow to Killaloe.

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Distance: 134 km
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Ballina via Portlaoise JFL Avenue and Nenagh in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlow to Killaloe via Kildare, Limerick, and Limerick Arthur's Quay in around 5h 6m.

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