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Carlow to Leinster trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlow and Leinster takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlow to Leinster. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 49m
Duration
122 km
Distance
€17
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin Heustontrain train Re / ...
  2. Take the train from Tara Street to Skerriestrain train special train / ...
2h 25m
€13–20

Carlow to Leinster train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Carlow and Leinster. 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 Leinster at 12:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 1m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 51m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 47m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 43m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 1m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 51m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 43m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 1m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 51m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 43m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 40m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4h 37m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 43m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 1m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 51m • 2 changes

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)LuasIarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 47m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlow to Leinster? 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 Leinster.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 121.6 km
  • Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Leinster, Ireland?

You can take a train from Carlow to Skerries via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 2h 25m.

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