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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Carlow is to bus and train which costs €19 - €28 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Carlow is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork station to Carlow station. However, there are services departing from Cork Bus Station and arriving at Carlow Bus Station via Waterford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Carlow via Portlaoise and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Cork to Carlow?

The distance between Cork and Carlow is 205 km. The road distance is 174.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Carlow without a car is to bus which takes 3h 48m and costs €22 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Cork to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Carlow bus from?

Cork to Carlow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Cork Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Carlow?

The best way to get from Cork to Carlow is to bus which takes 3h 48m and costs €22 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Cork to Carlow bus arrive?

Cork to Carlow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Waterford Bus Station.

Where does the Cork to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Carlow is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Cork to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 102+ hotels available in Carlow.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cork to Carlow 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
best
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Waterford Bus Stationbus 40
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Carlow Bus Stationbus 736 / ...
3h 48m
€22–46
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 600
2. Take the train from Kilkenny to Carlowtrain Re
4h 10m
€19–28
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain 217 / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Carlowtrain Re / ...
4h 11m
€24–35
Drive 174.1 km
1. Drive from Cork to Carlowcar 174.1 km
2h 11m
€30–43
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to SETU Cork Roadbus 600
2. Take the bus from SETU Cork Road to Carlow Bus Stationbus 736 / ...
4h 7m
€23–38

Cork to Carlow by bus

150Weekly Buses

3h 48mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.7 km
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Cork Bus Station to Carlow Bus Station via Waterford Bus Station in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cork to Carlow via Portlaoise and Kildare in around 4h 11m.

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