The average train between Carlow and Antrim takes 5h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlow to Antrim. 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 Carlow and Antrim. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlow is at 9:44 PM which arrives into Antrim at 8:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 5h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Carlow to Antrim? 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 Carlow to Antrim. However, there are services departing from Carlow station and arriving at Antrim station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.
Carlow to Antrim train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.
Carlow to Antrim train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.
The distance between Carlow and Antrim is 213.9 km. The road distance is 308 km.
You can take a train from Carlow to Antrim via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Grand Central in around 4h 53m.