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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Leitrim is to train which costs €25 - €40 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Leitrim is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Leitrim?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Leitrim. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Leitrim via Heuston Station, Liffey Valley SC and Carrick-on-Shannon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Leitrim?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Leitrim. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Carrick On Shannon via Broombridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Carlow to Leitrim?

The distance between Carlow and Leitrim is 265 km. The road distance is 173.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Leitrim without a car is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Carlow to Leitrim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Leitrim bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlow to Leitrim train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Leitrim?

The best way to get from Carlow to Leitrim is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Carlow to Leitrim bus arrive?

Carlow to Leitrim bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Parkgate St station.

Where does the Carlow to Leitrim train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Leitrim?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Leitrim is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Carlow to Leitrim.

Where can I stay near Leitrim?

There are 178+ hotels available in Leitrim.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Broombridge to Carrick On Shannontrain Ic
5h 43m
€26–38
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Parkgate Stbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Liffey Valley SC to Carrick-on-Shannonbus 23
6h 7m
€31–54
Drive 173.8 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Leitrimcar 173.8 km
2h 24m
€30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow to Stradballybus
2. Take the bus from Stradbally to Athlone TUSbus
3. Take the bus from TUS East Campus to Leitrimbus
7h 15m
€30–48

Carlow to Leitrim by train and bus

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5h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 264.6 km
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Leitrim, IE-LM, Ireland?

You can take a train from Carlow to Leitrim via Dublin Heuston, Heuston Train Stn, Broombridge, Broombridge, Carrick On Shannon, and Carrick-on-Snn Stn in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Leitrim via Parkgate St, Heuston Station, Liffey Valley SC, and Carrick-on-Shannon in around 6h 7m.

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