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How to get fromHolyhead to Carlowby ferry, train, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Holyhead to Carlow by ferry, train, or bus

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  1. Ferry, train

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    1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry ferry 0
    2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Carlowtrain train Re / ...
    6h 4m
    €22–49

  2. Ferry, bus via Dublin

    1. Take the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry ferry Holyhead-Dublin Ferryport B+I
    2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Carlow Bus Stnbus bus 736 / ...
    6h 9m
    €31–132

  3. Ferry, bus

    1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry ferry 0
    2. Take the bus from N Wall Quay to Carlow Bus Stnbus bus 736 / ...
    6h 18m
    €23–48

Holyhead to Carlow by ferry, foot, tram, and train

Calendar26Weekly Services
Duration6h 4mAverage Duration
Ticket€22Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 200.2 km
  • Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Carlow, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Carlow. However, you can take the ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I, walk to The Point, take the vehicle to Heuston, walk to Dublin Heuston, then take the train to Carlow. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Holyhead to Carlow Bus Stn via Dublin Ferryport B+I, The Point, Red Cow, and Red Cow Luas in around 6h 9m.

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