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 station. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Carlow Bus Station via Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

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 220.6 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 Citylink, 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, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Castlebar to Carlow bus arrive?

Castlebar to Carlow bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 15 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 103+ 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

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 Castlebar to KildareRe
2. Take the train from Kildare to CarlowRe / ...
4h 2m
€21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Dublin Airport Zone 15721
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Carlow Bus Station736
6h 21m
€33–54
Drive 220.6 km
1. Drive from Castlebar to Carlow220.6 km
3h 7m
€37–54
Bus via Athlone
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Athlone Station440
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Carlow Bus Station73
6h 24m
€29–42

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 Station via Dublin Airport Zone 15 and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 6h 21m.

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