The average train between Carlow and Rathgar takes 1h 50m and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlow to Rathgar. 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 3 hours between Carlow and Rathgar. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlow is at 9:52 PM which arrives into Rathgar at 12:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 1h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 39m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Carlow to Rathgar? 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 Rathgar. However, there are services departing from Carlow station and arriving at Rathgar station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.
Carlow to Rathgar train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.
Carlow to Rathgar train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.
The distance between Carlow and Rathgar is 68.1 km. The road distance is 95 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Carlow to Dublin Heuston every 3 hours. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 4m.