The average train between Carlow and Balbriggan takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlow to Balbriggan. 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 Balbriggan. The earliest departure is at 7:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlow is at 9:44 PM which arrives into Balbriggan at 12:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 2h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 52m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Carlow to Balbriggan? 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 Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Carlow station and arriving at Balbriggan station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.
Carlow to Balbriggan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.
Carlow to Balbriggan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Balbriggan station.
The distance between Carlow and Balbriggan is 98.7 km. The road distance is 128 km.
You can take a train from Carlow to Balbriggan via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 2h 54m.