What is the cheapest way to get from Carlow to Kildare Village?

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Kildare Village is to train which costs €4 - €7 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlow to Kildare Village?

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Kildare Village is to drive which takes 40 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Kildare Village?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Kildare Village. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Kildare Village via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Kildare Village?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlow and arriving at Kildare. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Carlow to Kildare Village?

The distance between Carlow and Kildare Village is 43 km. The road distance is 39.3 km.

How do I travel from Carlow to Kildare Village without a car?

The best way to get from Carlow to Kildare Village without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs €4 - €7.

How long does it take to get from Carlow to Kildare Village?

The train from Carlow to Kildare takes 33 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Kildare Village bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlow to Kildare Village train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Kildare Village?

The best way to get from Carlow to Kildare Village is to train which takes 54 min and costs €4 - €7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €10 - €17 and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Carlow to Kildare Village bus arrive?

Carlow to Kildare Village bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Where does the Carlow to Kildare Village train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Kildare Village?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Kildare Village is 39 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Carlow to Kildare Village.

Where can I stay near Kildare Village?

There are 141+ hotels available in Kildare Village.

Carlow to Kildare Village - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Kildare Village by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
54 min
€4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Red Cow Luasbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Kildare Villagebus 300
1h 56m
€10–17
Drive 39.3 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Kildare Villagecar 39.3 km
40 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlow to Kildare Villagetaxi 39.3 km
40 min
€55–70

Carlow to Kildare Village by bus

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Distance: 43.1 km
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Kildare Village, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Carlow to Kildare hourly. Tickets cost €4–7 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Kildare Village via Red Cow Luas in around 1h 56m.

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