The average train between Balbriggan and Carlow takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Balbriggan to Carlow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Balbriggan and Carlow. The earliest departure is at 6:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Balbriggan is at 10:25 PM which arrives into Carlow at 10:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Tara Street and take an average of 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 13m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Balbriggan to Carlow? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Balbriggan to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan station and arriving at Carlow station via Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Balbriggan to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Balbriggan station.
Balbriggan to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Carlow station.
The distance between Balbriggan and Carlow is 98.7 km. The road distance is 128 km.
You can take a train from Balbriggan to Carlow via Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 9m.