The average train between Wicklow and Carlow takes 5h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Wicklow 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 5 times a day between Wicklow and Carlow. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wicklow is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Carlow at 8:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Tara Street and take an average of 5h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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14h 48m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Wicklow 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 Wicklow to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Wicklow station and arriving at Carlow station via Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.
Wicklow to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Wicklow station.
Wicklow to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Carlow station.
The distance between Wicklow and Carlow is 61.3 km. The road distance is 140 km.
You can take a train from Wicklow to Carlow via Tara Street, Abbey St., Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 35m.