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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Dundalk is to bus via Dublin which costs €16 - €19 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Dundalk is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Marshes Shop Cntr via Cumberland Street N. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Dundalk via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Carlow to Dundalk?

The distance between Carlow and Dundalk is 179 km. The road distance is 153.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Dundalk without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Carlow to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Dundalk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlow to Dundalk train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Carlow to Dundalk is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €16 - €19 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Carlow to Dundalk bus arrive?

Carlow to Dundalk bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Where does the Carlow to Dundalk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Dundalk is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Carlow to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain Ic / ...
2h 52m
€23–33
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Eden Quaybus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cumberland Street N to Marshes Shop Cntrbus 900 / ...
3h 23m
€16–19
Drive 153.2 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Dundalkcar 153.2 km
1h 56m
€27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Airport Zone 16bus 736
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Placebus 100X
3h 46m
€23–32

Carlow to Dundalk by train and tram

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2h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.1 km
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Dundalk via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Marshes Shop Cntr via Eden Quay and Cumberland Street N in around 3h 23m.

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