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

The cheapest way to get from Tullow to Tralee is to train which costs €29 - €45 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tullow to Tralee is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Tullow and Tralee?

No, there is no direct bus from Tullow to Tralee. However, there are services departing from Tullow and arriving at Tralee Prince's Street via Carlow Bus Station and Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Tullow to Tralee?

The distance between Tullow and Tralee is 304 km. The road distance is 247.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Tullow to Tralee without a car is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Tullow to Tralee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tullow to Tralee bus from?

Tullow to Tralee bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Carlow Bus Station.

Train or bus from Tullow to Tralee?

The best way to get from Tullow to Tralee is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Tullow to Tralee bus arrive?

Tullow to Tralee bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Can I drive from Tullow to Tralee?

Yes, the driving distance between Tullow to Tralee is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Tullow to Tralee.

Where can I stay near Tralee?

There are 189+ hotels available in Tralee.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Tullow to Tralee 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 Portlaoise to TraleeIc
6h 22m
€29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Red Cow Luas736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Tralee Prince's Street300
7h 20m
€31–43
Drive 247.7 km
1. Drive from Tullow to Tralee247.7 km
3h 10m
€43–61
Train via Kildare
1. Take the train from Carlow to KildareRe
2. Take the train from Portarlington to TraleeIc
7h 7m
€30–47
Bus via Waterford
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Station to Waterford Bus Station736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Station to Tralee Bus Station40
7h 38m
€37–54

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 304.2 km
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Tullow, IE-CW, Ireland and Tralee, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Tralee once a week. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tullow to Tralee Prince's Street via Carlow, Carlow Bus Station, and Red Cow Luas in around 7h 20m.

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