The average train between Carlow and Lisburn takes 4h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlow to Lisburn. 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 Lisburn. 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 Lisburn at 10:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 4h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Carlow to Lisburn? 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 Lisburn. However, there are services departing from Carlow station and arriving at Lisburn station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.
Carlow to Lisburn train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.
Carlow to Lisburn train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portadown station.
The distance between Carlow and Lisburn is 196.1 km. The road distance is 260 km.
You can take a train from Carlow to Lisburn via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, Dublin Connolly, and Portadown in around 4h 12m.