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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Tralee is to train which costs €29 - €50 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Tralee is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Tralee?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Tralee. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Tralee Prince's Street via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Tralee?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Tralee. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Tralee via Kildare and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Carlow to Tralee?

The distance between Carlow and Tralee is 325 km. The road distance is 233 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Tralee without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs €29 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Carlow to Tralee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Tralee bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlow to Tralee train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Tralee?

The best way to get from Carlow to Tralee is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs €29 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Carlow to Tralee bus arrive?

Carlow to Tralee bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Where does the Carlow to Tralee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Tralee?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Tralee is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Carlow to Tralee.

Where can I stay near Tralee?

There are 180+ hotels available in Tralee.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Carlow to Tralee by train, bus, car, or plane

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 KildareRe / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to TraleeIc
5h 26m
€30–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Red Cow Luas736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Tralee Prince's Street300
6h 5m
€31–43
Drive 233 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Tralee233 km
2h 55m
€39–57
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Red Cow Luas
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kerry Airport (KIR)DUB - KIR
5h 17m
€45–125
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Carlow Fairgreen to Piltown487
2. Take the bus from Piltown to Limerick Colbert Station55
3. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Tralee Bus Station13
8h 52m

Carlow to Tralee by train

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5h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 324.9 km
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Tralee via Kildare and Portarlington in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Tralee Prince's Street via Red Cow Luas in around 6h 5m.

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