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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlow and Dublin City takes 1h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlow to Dublin City. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 4m
Duration
89 km
Distance
€10
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Carlow to Dublin City train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Carlow and Dublin City. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlow is at 9:44 PM which arrives into Dublin City at 10:52 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 1h 8m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 3m • Direct
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    train train 1h 5m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 3m • Direct
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    train train 1h 5m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 3m • Direct
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    train train 1h 5m • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 1h 2m • Direct
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    train train 1h 6m • Direct
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    train train 1h 12m • Direct
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    train train 1h 8m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 3m • Direct
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    train train 1h 5m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 4m • Direct
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    train train 1h 3m • Direct
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    train train 1h 5m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlow to Dublin City? 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.

Map of how to get from Carlow to Dublin City.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 89.5 km
  • Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Dublin City, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Carlow to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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