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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Mallow is to train which costs €21 - €35 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Mallow is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Mallow?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Mallow. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Mallow via SETU Cork Road and Cork Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Mallow?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Mallow. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Mallow via Kildare and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Carlow to Mallow?

The distance between Carlow and Mallow is 225 km. The road distance is 161.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Mallow without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Carlow to Mallow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Mallow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlow to Mallow train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Mallow?

The best way to get from Carlow to Mallow is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €55 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Carlow to Mallow bus arrive?

Carlow to Mallow bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at SETU Cork Road station.

Where does the Carlow to Mallow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Mallow?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Mallow is 162 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Carlow to Mallow.

Where can I stay near Mallow?

There are 41+ hotels available in Mallow.

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There are 3 ways to get from Carlow to Mallow by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Mallowtrain Ic / ...
3h 21m
€22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to SETU Cork Roadbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from SETU Cork Road to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 600
4h 42m
€29–52
Drive 161.8 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Mallowcar 161.8 km
2h 2m
€28–41

Carlow to Mallow by train

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3h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 225.3 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Mallow via Kildare and Portlaoise in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Mallow via SETU Cork Road, Cork Andersn's Quay, and Cork Bus Stn in around 4h 42m.

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