The average train between Carlow and Londonderry takes 7h 4m and the fastest train takes 6h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlow to Londonderry. 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 Londonderry. 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 Londonderry at 1:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 7h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Carlow to Londonderry? 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 Londonderry. However, there are services departing from Carlow station and arriving at Londonderry station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.
Carlow to Londonderry train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.
Carlow to Londonderry train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Londonderry station.
The distance between Carlow and Londonderry is 241.2 km. The road distance is 425 km.
You can take a train from Carlow to Londonderry via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Grand Central in around 6h 34m.