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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Limerick Junction is to train which costs €16 - €26 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Limerick Junction is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs €18 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Limerick Junction?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Limerick Junction. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Limerick Junction via Waterford Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Limerick Junction?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Limerick Junction. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Limerick Junction via Kildare and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Carlow to Limerick Junction?

The distance between Carlow and Limerick Junction is 165 km. The road distance is 109.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Limerick Junction without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs €16 - €26.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Carlow to Limerick Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Limerick Junction bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlow to Limerick Junction train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Limerick Junction?

The best way to get from Carlow to Limerick Junction is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs €16 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €50 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Carlow to Limerick Junction bus arrive?

Carlow to Limerick Junction bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Waterford Bus Stn station.

Where does the Carlow to Limerick Junction train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Limerick Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Limerick Junction is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Carlow to Limerick Junction.

Where can I stay near Limerick Junction?

There are 101+ hotels available in Limerick Junction.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Limerick Junction 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 Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
2h 27m
€17–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Waterford Bus Stnbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Limerick Junctionbus 55
3h 49m
€23–45
Drive 109.7 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Limerick Junctioncar 109.7 km
1h 36m
€19–28
Bus via Piltown
1. Take the bus from Carlow Fairgreen to Piltownbus 487
2. Take the bus from Piltown to Limerick Junctionbus 55
5h 11m
€20–28

Carlow to Limerick Junction by train

175Weekly Trains

2h 27mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165 km
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Limerick Junction via Kildare and Portlaoise in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Limerick Junction via Waterford Bus Stn in around 3h 49m.

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