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

The cheapest way to get from Ireland to Carlow is to train which costs €9 - €14 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ireland to Carlow is to drive which takes 58 min and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Ireland and Carlow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from George's Quay and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Ireland and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Ireland to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Abbey St. and arriving at Carlow via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Ireland to Carlow?

The distance between Ireland and Carlow is 87 km. The road distance is 83.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ireland to Carlow without a car is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs €10 - €14.

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

The bus from George's Quay to Carlow Bus Stn takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ireland to Carlow bus from?

Ireland to Carlow bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from George's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Ireland to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Ireland to Carlow?

The best way to get from Ireland to Carlow is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs €10 - €14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €9 - €14 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Ireland to Carlow bus arrive?

Ireland to Carlow bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where does the Ireland to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ireland to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Ireland to Carlow is 84 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Ireland to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 109+ hotels available in Carlow.

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

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

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Ireland to Carlow by bus

88Weekly Buses

1h 20mAverage Duration

€10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 86.8 km
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Ireland and Carlow, Ireland?

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons operates a bus from George's Quay to Carlow Bus Stn hourly. Tickets cost €10–14 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Carlow every 3 hours. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h.

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