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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Carlow is to train which costs €18 - €27 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Carlow is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthurs Qy and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Carlow via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Limerick to Carlow?

The distance between Limerick and Carlow is 199 km. The road distance is 134.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs €18 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Limerick to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Carlow bus from?

Limerick to Carlow bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Limerick Arthurs Qy station.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Carlow?

The best way to get from Limerick to Carlow is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs €18 - €27. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Limerick to Carlow bus arrive?

Limerick to Carlow bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Where does the Limerick to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Carlow is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Limerick to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 109+ hotels available in Carlow.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Limerick to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Carlowtrain Re / ...
3h 4m
€18–27
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Red Cow Luasbus 300
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736 / ...
4h 10m
€21–33
Drive 134.7 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Carlowcar 134.7 km
1h 46m
€23–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Piltownbus 55
2. Take the bus from Piltown to Carlow Fairgreenbus 487
5h 40m
€22–31

Limerick to Carlow by train

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3h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.6 km
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Limerick to Carlow via Kildare in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Carlow Bus Stn via Red Cow Luas in around 4h 10m.

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