The average train between Carlow and Larne takes 6h 17m and the fastest train takes 5h. The train service runs several times per day from Carlow to Larne. 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 Larne. 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 Larne at 11:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 6h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 36m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Carlow to Larne? 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 Larne. However, there are services departing from Carlow station and arriving at Larne station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.
Carlow to Larne train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.
Carlow to Larne train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Larne Town station.
The distance between Carlow and Larne is 235 km. The road distance is 313 km.
You can take a train from Carlow to Larne Town via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Grand Central in around 5h 36m.