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

The cheapest way to get from Mallow to Carlow is to train which costs €21 - €35 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallow to Carlow is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Mallow and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallow to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Mallow and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn via Cork Andersn's Quay and SETU Cork Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Mallow and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Mallow to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Mallow and arriving at Carlow via Portlaoise and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Mallow to Carlow?

The distance between Mallow and Carlow is 225 km. The road distance is 160.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Mallow to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Mallow to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallow to Carlow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mallow to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Mallow to Carlow?

The best way to get from Mallow to Carlow is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €55 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Mallow to Carlow bus arrive?

Mallow to Carlow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Cork Bus Stn station.

Where does the Mallow to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mallow to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallow to Carlow is 160 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Mallow to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 110+ hotels available in Carlow.

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There are 3 ways to get from Mallow to Carlow by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mallow to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Carlowtrain Re / ...
3h 22m
€22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mallow to Cork Bus Stnbus 51
2. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to SETU Cork Roadbus 600
3. Take the bus from SETU Cork Road to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736
4h 56m
€30–52
Drive 160.1 km
1. Drive from Mallow to Carlowcar 160.1 km
2h 3m
€27–39

Mallow to Carlow by train

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Distance: 225.3 km
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Mallow to Carlow via Portlaoise and Kildare in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mallow to Carlow Bus Stn via Cork Bus Stn, Cork Andersn's Quay, and SETU Cork Road in around 4h 56m.

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