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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Lahinch is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Lahinch is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Lahinch?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Lahinch. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Lahinch via Red Cow Luas and Ennis B na Trócaire. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Lahinch?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Lahinch. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Ennis via Kildare and Limerick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Carlow to Lahinch?

The distance between Carlow and Lahinch is 270 km. The road distance is 190.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Lahinch without a car is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Carlow to Lahinch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Lahinch bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlow to Lahinch train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Lahinch?

The best way to get from Carlow to Lahinch is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Carlow to Lahinch bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlow to Lahinch train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Lahinch?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Lahinch is 191 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Carlow to Lahinch.

Where can I stay near Lahinch?

There are 425+ hotels available in Lahinch.

Carlow to Lahinch - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Carlow to Lahinch by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
6h 12m
€35–52
Drive 190.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlow to Lahinchcar 190.9 km
2h 43m
€33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Red Cow Luasbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Ennis Frs Walkbus 300
6h 44m
€39–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Lahinchbus 350
6h 45m
€38–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Athlone Stnbus 73
2. Take the train from Athlone to Galwaytrain Ic / ...
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Lahinchbus 350
7h 1m
€46–64

Carlow to Lahinch by train and bus

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6h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 270 km
Duration: 6h 12m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Lahinch via Kildare, Limerick, Ennis, and Ennis Station in around 6h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Lahinch via Red Cow Luas, Ennis Frs Walk, and Ennis B na Trócaire in around 6h 44m.

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