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

The cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Carlow is to train which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlebar to Carlow is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Castlebar and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlebar to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn via Athlone Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Castlebar and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Castlebar to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Carlow via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Castlebar to Carlow?

The distance between Castlebar and Carlow is 238 km. The road distance is 220.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlebar to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Castlebar to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Carlow bus from?

Castlebar to Carlow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Castlebar station.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlebar to Carlow?

The best way to get from Castlebar to Carlow is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Athlone, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Castlebar to Carlow bus arrive?

Castlebar to Carlow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Athlone Stn station.

Where does the Castlebar to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlebar to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlebar to Carlow is 221 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Castlebar to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 109+ hotels available in Carlow.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Kildaretrain Re
2. Take the train from Kildare to Carlowtrain Re / ...
4h 2m
€21–31
Bus via Athlone
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Athlone Stnbus 440
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Carlow Bus Stnbus 73
6h 27m
€28–42
Drive 220.7 km
1. Drive from Castlebar to Carlowcar 220.7 km
3h 7m
€38–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Airport Zone 11bus 721
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736
6h 40m
€33–46

Castlebar to Carlow by train

6Weekly Trains

4h 2mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Castlebar to Carlow.

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Distance: 238.2 km
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Castlebar to Carlow via Kildare in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlebar to Carlow Bus Stn via Athlone Stn in around 6h 27m.

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