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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Limerick is to train which costs €18 - €27 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Limerick is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Limerick Arthurs Qy via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Limerick?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Limerick via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Carlow to Limerick?

The distance between Carlow and Limerick is 199 km. The road distance is 134.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Limerick without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs €18 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Carlow to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Limerick bus from?

Carlow to Limerick bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Limerick train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Limerick?

The best way to get from Carlow to Limerick is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs €18 - €27. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Carlow to Limerick bus arrive?

Carlow to Limerick bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Where does the Carlow to Limerick train arrive?

Carlow to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Limerick is 134 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Carlow to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 159+ hotels available in Limerick.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Limerick 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 Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
3h 18m
€19–27
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Red Cow Luasbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 300
3h 43m
€25–36
Drive 134.4 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Limerickcar 134.4 km
1h 46m
€23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Fairgreen to Piltownbus 487
2. Take the bus from Piltown to Limerick Colbertbus 55
5h 47m
€23–32

Carlow to Limerick by train

15Weekly Trains

3h 18mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carlow to Limerick.

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Distance: 198.6 km
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Limerick via Kildare in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Limerick Arthurs Qy via Red Cow Luas in around 3h 43m.

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