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How to get fromCarlow to Portumnaby bus, train, or car

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

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  1. Bus, line 843 bus, line 847 bus

    best
    1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Tullamorebus bus 73
    2. Take the bus from Tullamore to Birrbus bus 843 / ...
    3. Take the bus from Birr to Portumnabus bus 847
    4h 37m
    €29–39

  2. Train, line 547 bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain train Re / ...
    2. Take the train from Portarlington to Ballinasloetrain train Ic / ...
    3. Take the bus from Ballinasloe Stn to Portumnabus bus 547
    4h 38m
    €17–26

  3. Drive 101.4 km

    1. Drive from Carlow to Portumnacar car 101.4 km
    1h 42m
    €18–25

  4. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Kilminchy to Nenaghbus bus 735
    2. Take the bus from Nenagh to Portumnabus bus 322
    5h 9m

Carlow to Portumna by bus

Calendar1Weekly Buses
Duration4h 37mAverage Duration
Ticket€29Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 131.9 km
  • Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Portumna via Tullamore and Birr in around 4h 37m.

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