The average train between Carlow and Galway takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlow to Galway. 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 5 times a day between Carlow and Galway. 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 Galway at 8:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Kildare and take an average of 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 45m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Carlow to Galway? 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 Galway. However, there are services departing from Carlow station and arriving at Galway station via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Carlow to Galway train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.
Carlow to Galway train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Galway station.
The distance between Carlow and Galway is 149.9 km. The road distance is 200 km.
You can take a train from Carlow to Galway via Kildare and Portarlington in around 4h 11m.