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

The cheapest way to get from Roscommon to Carlow is to drive which costs €23 - €35 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Roscommon to Carlow is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Roscommon and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Roscommon to Carlow station. However, there are services departing from Roscommon and arriving at Carlow Bus Station via Athlone Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Roscommon and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Roscommon to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Roscommon and arriving at Carlow via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Roscommon to Carlow?

The distance between Roscommon and Carlow is 152 km. The road distance is 140.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Roscommon to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Roscommon to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roscommon to Carlow bus from?

Roscommon to Carlow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Station.

Where do I catch the Roscommon to Carlow train from?

Roscommon to Carlow train services, operated by Cie, depart from Roscommon station.

Train or bus from Roscommon to Carlow?

The best way to get from Roscommon to Carlow is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Roscommon to Carlow bus arrive?

Roscommon to Carlow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Carlow Bus Station.

Where does the Roscommon to Carlow train arrive?

Roscommon to Carlow train services, operated by Cie, arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Roscommon to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Roscommon to Carlow is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Roscommon to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 28+ hotels available in Carlow.

Roscommon to Carlow - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Roscommon to Carlow by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Roscommon to Kildaretrain Re
2. Take the train from Kildare to Carlowtrain Re / ...
2h 59m
Drive 140.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Roscommon to Carlowcar 140.4 km
1h 50m
€24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Carlow Bus Stationbus 73
3h 47m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Roscommon to Carlow.

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Distance: 151.9 km
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Roscommon to Carlow via Kildare in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, Bus Éireann operates a bus from Athlone Station to Carlow Bus Station twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 14m.

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