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

The cheapest way to get from Macroom to Carlow is to train which costs €27 - €45 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macroom to Carlow is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Macroom and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Macroom to Carlow station. However, there are services departing from Macroom and arriving at Carlow Bus Station via Cork Bus Station and Waterford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Macroom to Carlow?

The distance between Macroom and Carlow is 246 km. The road distance is 203.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Macroom to Carlow without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs €28 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Macroom to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macroom to Carlow bus from?

Macroom to Carlow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Macroom station.

Train or bus from Macroom to Carlow?

The best way to get from Macroom to Carlow is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs €28 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €27 - €45 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Macroom to Carlow bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macroom to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Macroom to Carlow is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Macroom to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 101+ hotels available in Carlow.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Macroom 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 Macroom to Cork Bus Stationbus 40
2. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Waterford Bus Stationbus 40
3. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Carlow Bus Stationbus 736
5h 10m
€29–64
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Millstreet to Kildaretrain Ic
2. Take the train from Kildare to Carlowtrain Re / ...
5h 11m
€27–41
Drive 203.6 km
1. Drive from Macroom to Carlowcar 203.6 km
2h 48m
€34–49
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from Macroom to Cork Bus Stationbus 40
2. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to SETU Cork Roadbus 600
3. Take the bus from SETU Cork Road to Carlow Bus Stationbus 736
5h 30m
€29–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Macroom to Cork Bus Stationbus 40
2. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Waterford Bus Stationbus 40
3. Take the train from Waterford to Carlowtrain Re
5h 59m
€28–55

Macroom to Carlow by bus

130Weekly Buses

5h 10mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Macroom to Carlow.

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Distance: 245.8 km
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Macroom to Carlow Bus Station via Cork Bus Station and Waterford Bus Station in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Macroom to Carlow via Millstreet Station, Millstreet, and Kildare in around 5h 11m.

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