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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Rathgar is to bus and line 15 bus which costs €10 - €13 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Rathgar is to drive which takes 56 min and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Rathgar?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Rathgar. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Orwell Road via Eden Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Rathgar?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Rathgar. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Beechwood via Heuston and Marlborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Carlow to Rathgar?

The distance between Carlow and Rathgar is 95 km. The road distance is 82.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Rathgar without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs €10 - €16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Carlow to Rathgar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Rathgar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlow to Rathgar train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Rathgar?

The best way to get from Carlow to Rathgar is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs €10 - €16. Alternatively, you can bus and line 15 bus, which costs €10 - €13 and takes 1h 57m.

Where does the Carlow to Rathgar bus arrive?

Carlow to Rathgar bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Where does the Carlow to Rathgar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Rathgar?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Rathgar is 82 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Carlow to Rathgar.

Where can I stay near Rathgar?

There are 1239+ hotels available in Rathgar.

Carlow to Rathgar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 15 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
1h 36m
€11–16
Bus, line 15 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Eden Quaybus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eden Quay to Orwell Roadbus 14 / ...
1h 57m
€10–13
Drive 82.3 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Rathgarcar 82.3 km
56 min
€14–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlow to Rathgartaxi 82.3 km
56 min
€120–150

Carlow to Rathgar by train and tram

140Weekly Services

1h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 94.9 km
Duration: 1h 36m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Carlow to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Orwell Road via Eden Quay in around 1h 57m.

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