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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Larne is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Larne is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Larne?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Larne. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Circular Road via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 and Bridge Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Larne?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Larne. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Larne Town via Heuston, Dublin Connolly and Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Carlow to Larne?

The distance between Carlow and Larne is 196 miles. The road distance is 170.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Larne without a car is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs £28 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Carlow to Larne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Larne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlow to Larne train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Larne?

The best way to get from Carlow to Larne is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs £28 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Carlow to Larne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlow to Larne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Larne?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Larne is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Carlow to Larne.

Where can I stay near Larne?

There are 230+ hotels available in Larne.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Larne 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
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 train from Belfast Great Central to Larne Towntrain
5h 43m
£29–44
Bus
cheapest
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 Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
6h 7m
£23–31
Drive 169.2 mi
1. Drive from Carlow to Larnecar 169.2 mi
3h 7m
£42–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Custom House Quaybus 4
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Larne Towntrain
6h 34m

Carlow to Larne by train, tram, and foot

65Weekly Services

5h 43mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 195.1 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Larne Town via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Great Central in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Circular Road via Dublin Airport Zone 16, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, and Bridge Street in around 6h 7m.

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