The average train between Drogheda and Carlow takes 2h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Drogheda to Carlow. 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 Drogheda and Carlow. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Drogheda is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Carlow at 8:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 2h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 25m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Drogheda to Carlow? 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 Drogheda to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Drogheda station and arriving at Carlow station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.
Drogheda to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Drogheda station.
Drogheda to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Carlow station.
The distance between Drogheda and Carlow is 104.9 km. The road distance is 143 km.
You can take a train from Drogheda to Carlow via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 55m.