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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Monaghan is to bus which costs €29 - €40 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Monaghan is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Monaghan?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Monaghan station. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Monaghan Bus Station via Dublin Airport Zone 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Carlow to Monaghan?

The distance between Carlow and Monaghan is 221 km. The road distance is 186 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Monaghan without a car is to bus which takes 4h 12m and costs €29 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Carlow to Monaghan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Monaghan bus from?

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

Where does the Carlow to Monaghan bus arrive?

Carlow to Monaghan bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 16 station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Monaghan?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Monaghan is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Carlow to Monaghan.

Where can I stay near Monaghan?

There are 102+ hotels available in Monaghan.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Carlow to Monaghan 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 Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 736
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 12 to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 32
4h 12m
€29–40
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 32
4h 14m
€28–40
Train, bus via Craigavon
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Portadowntrain
3. Take the bus from Portadown Train Station [bus stop] to Monaghan Bus Stationbus 270 / ...
5h 32m
Drive 186 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Monaghancar 186 km
2h 33m
€32–47
Bus via Naas
1. Take the bus from Fire Station to Naasbus 880
2. Take the bus from Nassau Street to Monaghan Shopping Centrebus 180 / ...
6h 21m

Carlow to Monaghan by bus

84Weekly Buses

4h 12mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carlow to Monaghan.

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Distance: 220.8 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Monaghan Bus Station via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Dublin Airport Zone 12 in around 4h 12m.

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