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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Rathmines is to train which costs €10 - €16 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Rathmines is to drive which takes 56 min and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Rathmines?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Rathmines. However, there are services departing from Carlow Barrack St and arriving at Military Road via Eden Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Rathmines?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Rathmines. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Charlemont via Heuston and Marlborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Carlow to Rathmines?

The distance between Carlow and Rathmines is 94 km. The road distance is 83 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Rathmines without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs €10 - €16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Carlow to Rathmines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Rathmines bus from?

Carlow to Rathmines bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Carlow Barrack St station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Rathmines train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Rathmines?

The best way to get from Carlow to Rathmines is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs €10 - €16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €25 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Carlow to Rathmines bus arrive?

Carlow to Rathmines bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Eden Quay station.

Where does the Carlow to Rathmines train arrive?

Carlow to Rathmines train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Rathmines?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Rathmines is 83 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Carlow to Rathmines.

Where can I stay near Rathmines?

There are 1057+ hotels available in Rathmines.

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

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

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Carlow to Rathmines by train and tram

73Weekly Services

1h 31mAverage Duration

€11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 93.8 km
Duration: 1h 31m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Carlow to Dublin Heuston every 3 hours. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Carlow Barrack St to Dublin Eden Quay every 4 hours. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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