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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Lucan is to train which costs €10 - €14 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Lucan is to drive which takes 54 min and costs €12 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Lucan?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Lucan. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Lucan Village via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Carlow to Lucan?

The distance between Carlow and Lucan is 81 km. The road distance is 76.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Lucan without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs €10 - €14.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Carlow to Lucan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Lucan bus from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Lucan?

The best way to get from Carlow to Lucan is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs €10 - €14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €24 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Carlow to Lucan bus arrive?

Carlow to Lucan bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Parkgate Street station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Lucan?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Lucan is 76 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Carlow to Lucan.

Where can I stay near Lucan?

There are 1092+ hotels available in Lucan.

Carlow to Lucan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Carlow to Lucan by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Adamstowntrain Re
1h 29m
€11–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Parkgate Streetbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Lucan Villagebus X30 / ...
1h 55m
€13–24
Drive 76.3 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Lucancar 76.3 km
54 min
€13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlow to Lucantaxi 76.3 km
54 min
€100–130
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Lucan Villagebus X30 / ...
1h 31m
€12–15

Carlow to Lucan by train and bus

5Weekly Services

1h 29mAverage Duration

€11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 81 km
Duration: 1h 29m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Carlow to Adamstown 5 times a week. Tickets cost €7–11 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Lucan Village via Parkgate Street and Heuston Station in around 1h 55m.

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