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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Bundoran is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Bundoran is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Bundoran?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Bundoran. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Bundoran Centre via Airport Zone 12 and Ballyshannon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Bundoran?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Bundoran. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Sligo via Maynooth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Carlow to Bundoran?

The distance between Carlow and Bundoran is 309 km. The road distance is 240.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Bundoran without a car is to train via Maynooth which takes 6h 39m and costs €29 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Carlow to Bundoran, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Bundoran bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlow to Bundoran train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Bundoran?

The best way to get from Carlow to Bundoran is to train via Maynooth which takes 6h 39m and costs €29 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Carlow to Bundoran bus arrive?

Carlow to Bundoran bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Airport Zone 16 station.

Where does the Carlow to Bundoran train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Bundoran?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Bundoran is 241 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Carlow to Bundoran.

Where can I stay near Bundoran?

There are 316+ hotels available in Bundoran.

Carlow to Bundoran - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Maynooth
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1. Take the train from Carlow to Hazelhatchtrain Re
2. Take the train from Maynooth to Sligotrain Ic
6h 39m
€29–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Airport Zone 16bus 736
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 12 to Ballyshannonbus 30
7h 12m
€34–65
Drive 240.7 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Bundorancar 240.7 km
3h 23m
€43–63
Train
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Sligotrain Ic
7h 25m
€46–74

Carlow to Bundoran by train and bus

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6h 39mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 309.1 km
Duration: 6h 39m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Bundoran East via Hazelhatch, Hazelhatch Station, Maynooth Station, Maynooth, Sligo, and Sligo Bus Stn in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Bundoran Centre via Airport Zone 16, Airport Zone 12, and Ballyshannon in around 7h 12m.

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