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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Salthill is to bus which costs €14 - €20 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Salthill is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Salthill?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Salthill. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Lenaboy Park via Crampton Quay and Eyre Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Carlow to Salthill?

The distance between Carlow and Salthill is 203 km. The road distance is 177.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Salthill without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs €21 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Carlow to Salthill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Salthill bus from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Salthill?

The best way to get from Carlow to Salthill is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs €21 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Carlow to Salthill bus arrive?

Carlow to Salthill bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Salthill?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Salthill is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Carlow to Salthill.

Where can I stay near Salthill?

There are 564+ hotels available in Salthill.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Salthill 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 Portarlington to Galwaytrain Re
4h 31m
€22–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilminchy to Birrbus 823
2. Take the bus from Birr to Droim Chaoinbus 844
6h 2m
€14–20
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Eden Quaybus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Galway Coach Stationbus 761 / ...
4h 38m
€31–54
Drive 177.8 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Salthillcar 177.8 km
2h 23m
€30–43

Carlow to Salthill by train and bus

59Weekly Services

4h 31mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carlow to Salthill.

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Distance: 203.2 km
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Lenaboy Park via Kildare, Portarlington, Galway, and Eyre Square in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Lenaboy Park via Eden Quay, Crampton Quay, Galway Coach Station, and Eyre Square in around 4h 38m.

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