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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Tullamore is to bus which costs €8 - €13 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Tullamore is to drive which takes 59 min and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Tullamore?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Carlow Bus Station station and arriving at Tullamore. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Tullamore?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Tullamore. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Tullamore via Kildare and Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Carlow to Tullamore?

The distance between Carlow and Tullamore is 71 km. The road distance is 70.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Tullamore without a car is to bus which takes 1h 28m and costs €8 - €13.

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

The bus from Carlow Bus Station to Tullamore takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Tullamore bus from?

Carlow to Tullamore bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Carlow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Tullamore train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Tullamore?

The best way to get from Carlow to Tullamore is to bus which takes 1h 28m and costs €8 - €13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €10 - €17 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Carlow to Tullamore bus arrive?

Carlow to Tullamore bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Tullamore station.

Where does the Carlow to Tullamore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Tullamore?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Tullamore is 71 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Carlow to Tullamore.

Where can I stay near Tullamore?

There are 61+ hotels available in Tullamore.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Tullamore by bus, train, car, or taxi

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 Tullamorebus 73
1h 28m
€8–13
Train
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Tullamoretrain Re / ...
2h 38m
€11–17
Drive 70.7 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Tullamorecar 70.7 km
59 min
€12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlow to Tullamoretaxi 70.7 km
59 min
€100–120

Carlow to Tullamore by bus

13Weekly Buses

1h 28mAverage Duration

€8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.4 km
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Tullamore, IE-OY, Ireland?

Bus Éireann operates a bus from Carlow Bus Station to Tullamore twice daily. Tickets cost €8–13 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlow to Tullamore via Kildare and Portarlington in around 2h 38m.

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