The average train between Carlow and Bangor takes 5h 39m and the fastest train takes 4h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlow to Bangor. 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 Bangor. 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 Bangor at 9:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 5h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Carlow to Bangor? 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 Bangor. However, there are services departing from Carlow station and arriving at Bangor station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.
Carlow to Bangor train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.
Carlow to Bangor train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.
The distance between Carlow and Bangor is 218.6 km. The road distance is 295 km.
You can take a train from Carlow to Bangor via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Grand Central in around 4h 49m.