What is the cheapest way to get from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park?

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park is to train which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park?

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Fota Wildlife Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Glounthaune Stn via SETU Cork Road and Jameson Distillery. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Fota Wildlife Park?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Fota via Kildare, Portlaoise and Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park?

The distance between Carlow and Fota Wildlife Park is 271 km. The road distance is 171.4 km.

How do I travel from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park without a car?

The best way to get from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €26 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park?

The best way to get from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park.

Where can I stay near Fota Wildlife Park?

There are 363+ hotels available in Fota Wildlife Park.

Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain Ic / ...
4h 35m
€27–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 600
5h 2m
€32–47
Drive 171.4 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Parkcar 171.4 km
2h 13m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to SETU Cork Roadbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from SETU Cork Road to Jameson Distillerybus 40
5h 48m
€34–50

Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park by train and foot

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Distance: 271.1 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Fota Wildlife Park, Ireland?

You can take a train from Carlow to Fota Wildlife Park via Kildare, Portlaoise, Cork, and Fota in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Fota Wildlife Park via SETU Cork Road, Jameson Distillery, Glounthaune Stn, Glounthane, and Fota in around 5h 48m.

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