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 €20 - €30 and takes 3h 7m.

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 station to Mallow. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Mallow via Waterford Bus Station and Cork Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

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 7m and costs €20 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m 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 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 7m and costs €20 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €65 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Carlow to Mallow bus arrive?

Carlow to Mallow bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Waterford Bus 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 35+ hotels available in Mallow.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Mallow 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 Mallowtrain 224
3h 7m
€21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Waterford Bus Stationbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 600
4h 39m
€28–61
Drive 161.8 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Mallowcar 161.8 km
2h 2m
€28–41
Bus via Midleton
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Waterford Bus Stationbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Jameson Distillerybus 40
6h 4m
€37–67

Carlow to Mallow by train

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3h 7mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.3 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Mallow via Kildare in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Mallow via Waterford Bus Station, Cork Anderson's Quay, and Cork Bus Station in around 4h 39m.

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