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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Tuam is to bus which costs €20 - €28 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Tuam is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Tuam?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow station to Tuam. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Station and arriving at Tuam Holy Cross College via Crampton Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Carlow to Tuam?

The distance between Carlow and Tuam is 276 km. The road distance is 169.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Tuam without a car is to bus via Dublin which takes 4h 59m and costs €28 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Carlow to Tuam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Tuam bus from?

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

Where does the Carlow to Tuam bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Tuam?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Tuam is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Carlow to Tuam.

Where can I stay near Tuam?

There are 34+ hotels available in Tuam.

Carlow to Tuam - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 427 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Tuam 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 via Dublin
best
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Eden Quaybus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Tuam Holy Cross Collegebus 721
4h 59m
€28–47
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilminchy to Birrbus 823
2. Take the bus from Birr to The G Hotelbus 844
7h 3m
€20–28
Train, line 427 bus
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Galwaytrain Re
3. Take the bus from Eyre Square to Bishop Streetbus 427 / ...
5h 31m
€26–38
Drive 169.5 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Tuamcar 169.5 km
2h 36m
€29–42

Carlow to Tuam by bus and foot

46Weekly Services

4h 59mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 276 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Tuam, IE-G, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Tuam Holy Cross College via Eden Quay and Crampton Quay in around 4h 59m.

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