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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Midleton is to train and bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Midleton is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Midleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Midleton. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Midleton via Waterford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Midleton?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Midleton. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Midleton via Kildare and Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Carlow to Midleton?

The distance between Carlow and Midleton is 179 km. The road distance is 159.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Midleton without a car is to bus which takes 3h 23m and costs €20 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Carlow to Midleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Midleton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlow to Midleton train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Midleton?

The best way to get from Carlow to Midleton is to bus which takes 3h 23m and costs €20 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Carlow to Midleton bus arrive?

Carlow to Midleton bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Waterford Bus Station.

Where does the Carlow to Midleton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Midleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Midleton is 160 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Carlow to Midleton.

Where can I stay near Midleton?

There are 257+ hotels available in Midleton.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Carlow to Midleton by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Waterford Bus Station736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Midleton40
3h 23m
€21–37
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Carlow to WaterfordRe / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Midleton40
3h 38m
€20–35
Train
1. Take the train from Carlow to KildareRe
2. Take the train from Kildare to CorkIc
4h 30m
€26–39
Drive 159.8 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Midleton159.8 km
2h 4m
€27–39
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from Carlow Barrack St to Waterford Bus Station4
2. Take the bus from Waterford College of Further Education to Midleton40
4h 13m
€34–56

Carlow to Midleton by bus

164Weekly Buses

3h 23mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179.4 km
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Midleton via Waterford Bus Station in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlow to Midleton via Kildare and Cork in around 4h 30m.

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