What is the cheapest way to get from Balbriggan to Carlow?

The cheapest way to get from Balbriggan to Carlow is to train which costs €13 - €20 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balbriggan to Carlow?

The fastest way to get from Balbriggan to Carlow is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Balbriggan and Carlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Balbriggan to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan Comm Cen and arriving at Carlow Bus Stn via Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Balbriggan and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Balbriggan to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Balbriggan and arriving at Carlow via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Balbriggan to Carlow?

The distance between Balbriggan and Carlow is 127 km. The road distance is 116.8 km.

How do I travel from Balbriggan to Carlow without a car?

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Carlow without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €13 - €20.

How long does it take to get from Balbriggan to Carlow?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Balbriggan to Carlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balbriggan to Carlow bus from?

Balbriggan to Carlow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Balbriggan Comm Cen station.

Where do I catch the Balbriggan to Carlow train from?

Balbriggan to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Balbriggan station.

Train or bus from Balbriggan to Carlow?

The best way to get from Balbriggan to Carlow is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €13 - €20. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and bus, which costs €20 - €29 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Balbriggan to Carlow bus arrive?

Balbriggan to Carlow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Where does the Balbriggan to Carlow train arrive?

Balbriggan to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Balbriggan to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Balbriggan to Carlow is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Balbriggan to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 109+ hotels available in Carlow.

Balbriggan to Carlow - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 101 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Balbriggan to Carlow by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Balbriggan to Dublin Connollytrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Carlowtrain Re / ...
2h 42m
€13–20
Line 101 bus, line 782 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 101
2. Take the bus from Terminal 2 Zone 19 to Heuston Stationbus 782
3. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Carlowtrain Re / ...
3h 6m
€22–40
Drive 116.8 km
1. Drive from Balbriggan to Carlowcar 116.8 km
1h 15m
€21–31
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 101
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Carlow Bus Stnbus 736
3h 17m
€21–28

Balbriggan to Carlow by train and tram

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2h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 127.1 km
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Balbriggan, Ireland and Carlow, Ireland?

You can take a train from Balbriggan to Carlow via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balbriggan Comm Cen to Carlow Bus Stn via Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Airport Zone 16 in around 3h 17m.

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