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

The cheapest way to get from Tralee to Carlow is to train which costs €28 - €45 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tralee to Carlow is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Tralee and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Tralee to Carlow station. However, there are services departing from Tralee Prince's Street and arriving at Carlow Bus Station via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Tralee and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Tralee to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Tralee and arriving at Carlow via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Tralee to Carlow?

The distance between Tralee and Carlow is 325 km. The road distance is 233.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Tralee to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs €28 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Tralee to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tralee to Carlow bus from?

Tralee to Carlow bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Tralee Prince's Street station.

Where do I catch the Tralee to Carlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Tralee to Carlow?

The best way to get from Tralee to Carlow is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Tralee to Carlow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tralee to Carlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tralee to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Tralee to Carlow is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Tralee to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 103+ hotels available in Carlow.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Tralee to Carlow by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Tralee to KildareIc
2. Take the train from Kildare to CarlowRe / ...
4h 51m
€28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tralee Prince's Street to Red Cow Luas300
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Carlow Bus Station736 / ...
5h 53m
€31–43
Drive 233.8 km
1. Drive from Tralee to Carlow233.8 km
2h 55m
€40–57
Fly, train
1. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)KIR - DUB
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Carlow
5h 38m
€46–115
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Tralee Bus Station to Limerick Colbert Station13
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Piltown55
3. Take the bus from Piltown to Carlow Fairgreen487
8h 45m

Tralee to Carlow by train

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4h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 324.9 km
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Tralee to Carlow via Kildare in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tralee Prince's Street to Carlow Bus Station via Red Cow Luas in around 5h 53m.

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