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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Bandon is to bus and line 236 bus which costs €29 - €55 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Bandon is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Bandon?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Bandon. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Bandon via SETU Cork Road and Cork Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Bandon?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Bandon. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Cork via Kildare and Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Carlow to Bandon?

The distance between Carlow and Bandon is 230 km. The road distance is 206.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Bandon without a car is to bus and line 236 bus which takes 5h 3m and costs €29 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Carlow to Bandon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Bandon bus from?

Carlow to Bandon bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Bandon train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Bandon?

The best way to get from Carlow to Bandon is to bus and line 236 bus which takes 5h 3m and costs €29 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Carlow to Bandon bus arrive?

Carlow to Bandon bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at SETU Cork Road station.

Where does the Carlow to Bandon train arrive?

Carlow to Bandon train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Bandon?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Bandon is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Carlow to Bandon.

Where can I stay near Bandon?

There are 254+ hotels available in Bandon.

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There are 3 ways to get from Carlow to Bandon by bus, train, or car

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Bus, line 236 bus
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1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to SETU Cork Roadbus 736
2. Take the bus from SETU Cork Road to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 600
3. Take the bus from Cork Bus Stn to Bandonbus 236 / ...
5h 3m
€30–51
Train
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain Ic / ...
5h 19m
€41–67
Drive 206.9 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Bandoncar 206.9 km
2h 29m
€35–51

Carlow to Bandon by bus

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5h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 230.4 km
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Bandon via SETU Cork Road, Cork Andersn's Quay, and Cork Bus Stn in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlow to Bandon via Kildare, Portlaoise, Cork, Summerhill N, and University Hospl in around 5h 19m.

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